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New Mexico Travel Guide

New Mexico — Overview

New Mexico, the true Southwest, is graced with deserts, forests, cities, lakes and mountains. Its Pueblo Native American and Spanish cultures are still very much alive.

Albuquerque, the largest city, is the ballooning capital of the world. Its Old Town, museums and cultural centers make it an important tourist destination and a good base for traveling through the state.

Santa Fe, with its adobe architecture, is the USA’s oldest state capital, known for its artistic community and festivals.