Reggie Andersen

Why Do People Love Albuquerque?

Even as Albuquerque may be described as the cultural crossroads of New Mexico, in the US, it is mainly connected with the southern part of the state, geographically. Ecoregions like Southwest Plateaus and Plains Steppe, Arizona-New Mexico Mountains,

A community that is multicultural and very distinctive has been created by the confluence of Anglo, Hispanic and Native American cultures in Albuquerque, because of historical and geographical circumstances. So, there is a lot of diversity in the city. The evidence of volcanic activity in the past at the West Mesa escarpment, the river valley that goes through the city and the Manzano and Sandia mountains towards its east, provide the city with its unique geographical position.

At the skiing area at Sandia Peak, people often wear shorts while skiing, during the winter, as temperatures often reach up to seventy degrees Fahrenheit. Besides great dining, white water rafting, bird watching, Kodak Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, skiing, hiking and gambling for stakes that can be quite high are among the recreational activities that visitors often indulge in, at Albuquerque, all around the year.

A charm that is reminiscent of small towns has still been retained by the city, even as all the amenities that are available in any of the large cities are available and Albuquerque is not small, by any means. The style of architecture is a beautiful blend of the old and the new.

Among the leading attractions of the city are:

National Hispanic Cultural Center

Over the short span of time that it has been open for, more than 400 programs and 20 exhibits have been featured at the center. It is spread over about 50 acres of land in the middle of the historic district of Barelas, towards the Rio Grande’s east. To provide a platform for the Hispanic culture’s arts is the main aim of the Center.

Contact information:

1701 4th SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-246-2261

Wheels Museum

The museum is partly aimed at helping improve the economy in it surrounding area, besides providing testimony to the Santa Fe Railway’s history that is known to be rather checkered. The location is near the railway tracks, quite close to the Interstate 40. The museum is spread over about 20 acres of land.

Contact information:

1501 1st St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-6269 Rio Grande Zoological Park

Jaguars, camels and chimpanzees are among the species on display. The location of the park is near to that of Tingley Park and towards the Rio Grande’s north. It has about two hundred and fifty exotic species and is spread over nearly sixty-four acres of land.

Contact information:

903 10th St. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-764-6200

Summerfest

Juggling, magic, face painting and other such activities that have been set up for children at the festival can be enjoyed by them at the Summerfest. On the corner of 3rd and Marquette, the Howard E. Kinney Civic Plaza is the location of the event. Food, art and craft and music are among all that the outdoor festival seeks to bring together.

Contact information:

1 One Civic Plz. NW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-768-3556

KiMo Theatre

Famous for its Von Hassler murals, besides the performances, the theatre is located towards Robinson Park’s east, downtown. Each year, a variety of film, dramatic and musical events are hosted there. It is also quite well known as a historical landmark.

Contact information:

423 Central Ave NW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-768-3522

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