Albuquerque, New Mexico City Guide
Albuquerque is steeped in history, art, restaurants & shopping. Historic Old Town & the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiestaź are highlights. Albuquerque is also home to the University of New Mexico.
Introduction & History
 The beauty of Albuquerque lies within the city's multi-cultural heritage and its friendly people. The brilliant pink and green backdrop of the Sandia Mountains, along with the vibrant colors of the cityscape glowing over the Rio Grande at dusk, mesmerizes visitors from all over the world. Centuries of history are combined with the present makes Albuquerque one of the most desirable places to visit. To bask in the magic of Albuquerque, stay in one of Albuquerque's bed and breakfast and have a unique experience. From old adobes to old town mansions, Albuquerque has plenty of bed and breakfasts to your liking.
Albuquerque's name is derived from the Spanish Duke of Albuquerque. To this day the city is sometimes referred to as the "The Duke City". It was founded in 1706 as a Spanish Colonial out post and the area was primarily a farming community. The Spanish village plaza (Old Town) was the center for the government buildings, homes and a church. When the Atchison Topeka Santa Fe Railroad finally arrived in 1880, the passenger depot was built two miles east of the plaza and the area was named New Town. Albuquerque incorporated in 1891 and by 1900 it had become a Southwestern town with modern amenities. Today, technology, high-tech private companies and some of Mexico's largest employers are based in Albuquerque. To learn more about Albuquerque's history, visit this historical town by booking a night or two at a bed and breakfast through LanierBB.com. The magic of Albuquerque will be an everlasting experience for bed and breakfast fans worldwide.
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