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Attractions in New Mexico: information about the best places of interest in New Mexico



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The resplendent culture of the state is manifested in the various art museums present. Museum of Indian Arts & Culture/Laboratory of Anthropology, Museum of Fine Arts and Museum of International Folk Art, all represent the fine art from the region.

The rich historical heritage of New Mexico can be witnessed at the historical site of Coronado State Monument. Fort Selden State Monument reflects the military life of the past. The Jemez State Monument is perhaps one of the most beautiful prehistoric sites in the South-west. It includes ruins of a 500-year-old Indian village and the San José de los Jemez church dating to 1610.

New Mexico hosts an array of events and festivals. Some events to look forward to are, the New Mexico State Fair in Albuquerque and the Hatch Chile Festival. The Santa Fe Indian Market is the biggest exhibition of Indian art and craft. For a unique experience, attend the International Balloon Fiesta and witness hundreds of colourful hot air balloons take to the vibrant azure sky. The Santa de Film Festival is a fusion of seven festivals that celebrate excellent cinema from all over the world.

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Santa Fe (New Mexico - United States)
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Santa Fe is the capital of the US state of New Mexico. It is America’s oldest capital city and also the highest, with an elevation of more... Next

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Gallup (New Mexico - United States)
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Gallup was founded in 1891 as a railhead for the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad. The city was named after David Gallup, a paymaster for the Atlantic and... Next

Adventure, Educational, Food experience...
Clovis (New Mexico - United States)
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Clovis is a small town situated in Curry County, New Mexico. It is located in between Llano Estacado and eastern New Mexico regions.Earlier the name... Next

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Las Cruces (New Mexico - United States)
6.5
Las Cruces is situated in the fertile Mesilla Valley between the majestic Organ Mountains and the meandering Rio Grande (32°19′11′N... Next

Sun & beach, Educational, Youth travel...
Deming (New Mexico - United States)
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Deming is located 97 km to the west of Las Crucas. It is considered to be the county seat and the principal town of Luna County.With an... Next

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Roswell (New Mexico - United States)
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Seventy five miles to the north of Carlsbad is this small town of Roswell which is the county seat of Chaves County. With a... Next

Family fun, Mountain, Adventure...
Taos (New Mexico - United States)
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Taos is a small city in Taos County in New Mexico. Also known as ‘Town of Taos’, it houses... Next

Family fun, Adventure, Art & Culture...
Hobbs (New Mexico - United States)
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Hobbs is a city in the Lea County of New Mexico. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 28,657. Hobbs is located at... Next

Educational, Youth travel, Rural...
Alamogordo (New Mexico - United States)
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Alamogordo can be described as a city located in county of Otero, New Mexico, US. The name ‘Alamogordo’, is, basically a word of Spanish origin;... Next

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Silver City (New Mexico - United States)
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Silver City is a town in Grant County, New Mexico, in the United States. It is the county seat of Grant County. The city is the home of the Western... Next

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Coronado State Monument
Landmarks and Historic sites (Bernalillo)
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Fitness center
Nature and sport (Gallup)
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Moriarty City Park
Parks and gardens (Moriarty)
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Pecos National Historical Park
Parks and gardens (Pecos)
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Sandia Peak Tramway
Tours (Albuquerque)
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Albuquerque Biological Park
Parks and gardens (Albuquerque)
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Clovis Depot Model Train Museum
Museums (Clovis)
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Coronado Campground
Nature and sport (Bernalillo)
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Desert Lakes Municipal Golf Course
Nature and sport (Alamogordo)
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Mineral Museum - Socorro Museum
Museums (Socorro)
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Outdoor Adventures
Nature and sport (Taos)
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Santa Fe National Forest
Nature and sport (Pecos)
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The Hyde Memorial State Park
Parks and gardens (Santa Fe)
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Historic Taos Plaza
Parks and gardens (Taos)
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Cliff's Amusement Park
For children (Albuquerque)
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Norman Petty Studio
Landmarks and Historic sites (Clovis)
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Alameda Zoo
Parks and gardens (Alamogordo)
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City of Rocks State Park
Parks and gardens (Deming)
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Hammel Museum
Landmarks and Historic sites (Socorro)
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Moriarty Historical Society Museum
Landmarks and Historic sites (Moriarty)
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Taos Tour
Tours (Taos)
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Millicent Rogers Museum
Museums (Taos)

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