Albuquerque, NM is a vibrant city full of interesting sights and activities for visitors of all ages. From the historic Old Town to the unique New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, there is always something to explore in this beautiful city. The city hosts a variety of cultural festivals throughout the year, giving locals and tourists alike a chance to celebrate traditional foods and music. Albuquerque is also home to some wonderful outdoor areas such as Petroglyph National Monument and Sandia Mountains Recreational Area. Visitors will find plenty of restaurants offering delicious local cuisine, along with shopping opportunities for unique souvenirs.
Reviews for Albuquerque are overwhelmingly positive, with many commenting on its friendly atmosphere, diverse culture and abundance of activities and attractions. Many enjoy the downtown area for its combination of historic sites and modern amenities, while others marvel at the majestic beauty of Sandia Mountain's peaks. Overall people rave about Albuquerque's charm, saying that their trip was one they won't soon forget!
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crime really that bad? - 11/13/2005
I was wondering if crime in albuquerque is really that awful? I am from Los angeles, Ca and was thinking of relocating there. I mean having grown up near south central L.A. during high gang activity in the 90's, I would think few places could compare.
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Living in Albuquerque - 10/4/2005
Albuquerque has the reputation of low wages, high crime, poor schools, etc. This is not an accurate representation of the city or the state as a whole. New Mexico has the best weather I've ever lived in, I can play golf all year round, ski in the winter, hike, bike, backpack in the spring, summer and fall. Several of the city schools are top quality (La Cueva, Eldorado and Sandia school districts) as they have heavy parental involvement in the schools. The private schools rank among some of the best around (Albuquerque Academy, St. Pius, Sandia Prep) with many students attending Ivy League schools.
The city has one of the highest percentage of PhD's in the country, due to Sandia National Labs. The University of New Mexico, Intel, Sandia, Lovelace Health Systems and Presbyterian Hospitals make up the core of the local economy, supplemented by many locally owned businesses.
New Mexico is one of the oldest European settled regions in North America, as the
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Albuquerque - 8/21/2005
High crime, houses too expensive for wages, not many activities for children, schools are the 2nd worst in the
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