Even though Santa Fe is the capital of New Mexico, the third largest city in the state with a population of 60,000 and has been around longer than all but one other city in America – yet it is still relatively unknown to many U.S. travelers. The city’s history spans almost 400 years, but much of Santa Fe is unexpected, including its Rocky Mountain climate and geography and the cultural diversity created by a mix of Native American, Hispanic and European traditions.

Surrounded as it is by literally millions of acres of National Forest and ... [read more]