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Adorned by amazing landscapes and a bustling economy, Albuquerque is a city rich in history. Albuquerque is one of the oldest cities in America, being founded in 1706. Albuquerque is also the most populated city in New Mexico, with an estimated 558,545 residents as of 2017.
Albuquerque also benefits from a dry climate, with sunshine averaging about 300 days a year, along with mild temperatures that range from 42° to 77°. This is due to the fact that Albuquerque is located at an elevation of 5,314 feet. Outdoor enthusiasts thrive here, with the nearby Sandia Mountains and a myriad of parks and open spaces the take in the scenery.
Albuquerque’s economy is boosted by a number of financially strong entities, such as nearby Intel, Kirtland Air Force Base, Sandia National Laboratories, the University of New Mexico (UNM), and Lovelace Respiratory Research Institute.
Albuquerque is also known as the Hot Air Balloon capital of the U.S., hosting the Hot Air Balloon Festival every October. Millions of people come from around the world to view this amazing spectacle, and is considered one of the world’s most photographed event.
Albuquerque is a shopping and dining paradise. Historic Old Town is a major shopping destination with over 150 shops, boutiques, galleries and restaurants all surrounding a 300-year-old plaza. You also find plenty of great items, both by local crafters and major retail names at Nob Hill, Downtown Albuquerque,Coronado Center,and more.
Amazing food is effortlessly found in Albuquerque, with flavors to suit any palate. Some of the best restaurants in Albuquerque include Antiquity Restaurant, Central Grill and Coffee House, Padilla’s Mexican Kitchen, and La Crepe Michel, to name a few.
Since the great outdoors is such a draw for people looking to buy a home in Albuquerque, you’ll find no shortage of great parks, all designed for you to help you enjoy the beauty of this stunning desert landscape. Albuquerque Parks & Recreation takes care of over 286 park sites and 113 miles of trails. You also find 13 dog parks, a shooting range, softball fields, mixed use fields, pools, and more.
Public education in Albuquerque is handled by Albuquerque Public Schools, which cares for the educational needs of nearly 90,000 students. The school system manages 13 high schools, 27 middle schools, 89 elementary schools, and 11 alternative schools. Higher education institutions include the University of New Mexico, National American University, Southwest University of Visual Arts, Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute, and Trinity Southwest University