Another name for New Mexico is the Land of Enchantment, which implies that our state is interesting, attractive, and perhaps even magical. While each state has its advantages and disadvantages, New Mexico has more positives that most. Here are 12 reasons why it truly lives up to its nickname.
- Blue skies
Flickr/Chris Scully The color is such an intense blue that it almost looks artificial.
- Sunsets
Flickr/Steven Perez And our sunrises are spectacular too.
- Unusual rock formations
Flickr/Jared Tarbell Some of them certainly look magical.
- Diverse scenery
Flickr/Thomas Shahan
Flickr/Thomas Shahan Whether you favor mountain, forest, or desert landscapes, New Mexico’s scenery offers something for everyone.
- Whatever the time of year, flowers are in bloom.
Flickr/Prof. Plum
- Peace and quiet
Flickr/Sakeeb Sabakka There are plenty of places to get away from it all if you’re craving a little solitude.
- Wildlife
Flickr/Brendan Bombaci The sight of flocks of birds descending on Bosque del Apache is awe-inspiring.
- Culture
Flickr/Linda Paul Many influences have converged in New Mexico to create a unique culture.
- Long and interesting history
Flickr/Bill Gracey People have inhabited New Mexico for thousands of years and their presence can be felt - and their heritage explored - at many sites around the state.
- New Mexican cuisine
Flickr/Alan Levine Let’s face it, other states just don’t do food as well as we do!
- Plenty of entertainment options
Whatever you’re interested in, you’ll find activities that appeal to you in New Mexico, from festivals to museums and nature.
- The quality of the light
Flickr/Derek Velasquez
Flickr/Mike Lewinski This is why so many artists and creative types are drawn to our state.
Which of these ring true for you? What reasons would you add?
Flickr/Chris Scully
The color is such an intense blue that it almost looks artificial.
Flickr/Steven Perez
And our sunrises are spectacular too.
Flickr/Jared Tarbell
Some of them certainly look magical.
Flickr/Thomas Shahan
Whether you favor mountain, forest, or desert landscapes, New Mexico’s scenery offers something for everyone.
Flickr/Prof. Plum
Flickr/Sakeeb Sabakka
There are plenty of places to get away from it all if you’re craving a little solitude.
Flickr/Brendan Bombaci
The sight of flocks of birds descending on Bosque del Apache is awe-inspiring.
Flickr/Linda Paul
Many influences have converged in New Mexico to create a unique culture.
Flickr/Bill Gracey
People have inhabited New Mexico for thousands of years and their presence can be felt - and their heritage explored - at many sites around the state.
Flickr/Alan Levine
Let’s face it, other states just don’t do food as well as we do!
Whatever you’re interested in, you’ll find activities that appeal to you in New Mexico, from festivals to museums and nature.
Flickr/Derek Velasquez
Flickr/Mike Lewinski
This is why so many artists and creative types are drawn to our state.
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