Northwest New Mexico Tourism
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New Mexico Camping
Although I'm not by any means a veteran of New Mexico camping, the few trips that I have had have been very enjoyable. One of the great things about New Mexico is how sparsely populated it is. Although this can be a bit of a hassle for people who live there, it makes camping in New Mexico a lot of fun. You can go New Mexico camping practically anywhere. Although there are certain designated campgrounds in national parks, in reality you can basically pull off the road, set up a tent, and go to it.
Inn of the Anasazi Hotel-Santa Fe, NM
Unassuming from the outside, this first-rate boutique hotel is one of Santa Fe's finest, with superb architectural detail. The hotel celebrates the enduring creative spirit of the region's early Native Americans. Each room has a beamed viga-and-latilla ceiling, kiva-style gas fireplace, antique Indian rugs, handwoven fabrics, and organic toiletries (including sunblock).
New Mexico Chile
In New Mexico chile is the state's largest agricultural crop. It is consumed at every meal, celebrated in songs and at festivals, and is the subject of the Official New Mexico State Question "Red or Green?"
It is estimated to be uttered between 175,000 to 200,000 times a day in New Mexico. The queston referes to the color of chile you want on your food. If you can't decide, just say "Christmas" and you will get both red and green on the same plate.
Santa Fe Opera-Santa Fe, NM
Regardless of your fondness for opera, the setting of this theater is incredible.
Productions have been held on the site since the 1950s, but James Stewart Polshek's 1997 semi-open air structure is especially striking. Its two intersecting roofs not only allow for views of the surrounding Jemex mountains but carry the sound to the audience beautifully.
New Mexico Ancient Ruins
The remains of the ancient civilizations that preceded the European settlers by many centuries offer a glimpse of the lives from centuries past.
Aztec Ruins National Monument- The ruins of a 400 room multi story pueblo built in the 12th century
New Mexico Natural Wonders
New Mexico is filled with natural wonders. Explore undeveloped caves, walk through lava flows and see the most incredible rock formations.
Bisti Badlands- strange and fragile sandstone formations which make it seem like you are on a planet other than Earth.
Old Spanish Missions-New Mexico
The Spaniards' colonization of the New World included the conversion of Natives to Christianity. Many of the missions were built during the 1700s throughout New Mexico, and many still stand today.
Some are preserved as ruins, while others are in daily use.
New Mexico Scenic Byways
New Mexico is home to 26 magnificent scenic byways. Eight of the 126 America's Byways are right in New Mexico. The America's Byways Program is part of the US Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, and was established to help recognize, preserve, and enhance selected roads throughout the states.
The Elkhorn Lodge-Chama, NM
The Elkhorn Lodge is a family and pet friendly mountain lodge nestled amongst the giant pines and cottonwoods along the Rio Chama.
The lodge is ideally located on the main highway leading into Chama. The cozy log facility includes 22 spacious motel rooms all equipped with cable TV, in-room telephones, and full baths. Also available are 11 country cabins with fully-equipped kitchens.
Cultural Rules and Traditions-New Mexico
Despite its bold landscapes, New Mexico is a land of subtleties. Things that appear obvious to the first-time visitor may not be what they seem.
For instance, despite the fairly hectic pace of traffic in New Mexico's larger cities, most native New Mexicans don't honk their horns at each other.
