The best places to visit in New Mexico, USA (United States - Destinations)
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White Sands National Monument
One of the most impressionant place in New Mexico is the White Sands National Monument. For thousands of years this area, because of the powerful wind , there has deposited the gypsum powder, brought from the San Andre Mountains, that are located nearby. This white sand was washed down by the water from the rains and have deposited in the Lake Lucero, situated a few miles southwest, forming an amazing huge surface of white dunes, covering a area of about 275 square miles. More than a half from this white sands are a part of...
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El Morro National Monument
El Morro National monument is the most beautiful geographical area in New Mexico, located on the west side of the state. This sandstone monolith zone is also known as “Inscription Rock”, as all the travelers and visitors have graved their names, and memories on its smooth face. This large rock has been a part of the monument for seven hundred years. During the time the tourist left their stories and inscriptions that can be seen even today. El Morro comes from Spanish and means headland, and represents a h...
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Chaco Canion National Historic Park
Chaco Canion National Historic Park is a very old park, that preserves the rich culture for a very old society. The Pueblo Indians were the most important inhabitants of the region, and their ancient houses can even be compared with the cities of our days. It represents a really preserved place that keeps its glorious history with nice memories. The Chaco village is situated on the northwestern side of the New Mexico, and has the largest, with the best preserved ancient customs and elements. This part of the state is mostly...
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