15 Albuquerque Landmarks You Have to See Visual Story

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Introduction

15 Albuquerque Landmarks You Have to See Visual Story

There are numerous Albuquerque landmarks worth visiting if you find yourself in New Mexico. To...

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LANDMARK 1

Tingley Beach

Tingley Beach, originally called Conservancy Beach, is a small artificial divergence from the Rio Grande...

LANDMARK 2

Rio Grande Nature Center State Park

Located on the Rio Grande River, this New Mexico landmark is a 38-acre nature preserve...

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LANDMARK 3

Sandia Mountains

If you're wandering around Albuquerque and look to the east, you'll no doubt see the...

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LANDMARK 4

Bataan Memorial Park

Bataan Memorial Park is one of the most beloved monuments in Albuquerque. It was created...

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LANDMARK 5

Indian Pueblo Cultural Center

The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center has aimed to educate and celebrate the culture of the...

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LANDMARK 6

Roosevelt Park

Roosevelt Park is one of the most popular points of interest in Albuquerque, New Mexico...

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LANDMARK 7

Balloon Fiesta Park

While this park is used all year for events, it's most well-known as the setting...

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LANDMARK 8

Albuquerque Museum

While visiting the adobe homes and wandering the narrow streets of Old Town Albuquerque, take...

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LANDMARK 9

New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science

The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science isn't just a popular attraction for...

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LANDMARK 10

KiMo Theatre

If you wander down Central Avenue, keep an eye out for the historic KiMo Theatre...

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LANDMARK 11

Piedras Marcadas Canyon

When discussing Albuquerque's historic landmarks, you can't forget Piedras Marcadas Canyon. In English, this canyon...

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LANDMARK 12

San Felipe De Neri Catholic Church

Constructed in 1793, San Felipe De Neri Catholic Church is one of the oldest churches...

LANDMARK 13

American International Rattlesnake Museum

If you prefer more out-of-the-box places, there's no shortage of unique Albuquerque attractions for you...

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LANDMARK 14

Boca Negra Canyon

Thanks to its 100 confirmed rock carvings, Boca Negra Canyon is another popular spot within...

LANDMARK 15

New Mexico Steam Locomotive

For over a decade, the AT&SF 2926 locomotive traveled around the United States before it...

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Conclusion

In Summary

Whether you're spending a day at Balloon Fiesta Park or learning about the Rio Grande...

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