NEW MEXICO TRUE BROCHURE

New Mexico is a place that feels quite unlike anywhere else in the United States. Known as the Land of Enchantment, this captivating Southwestern state brings together extraordinary landscapes, centuries of history, distinctive cultures and a thriving creative scene, all beneath vast blue skies and more than 300 days of sunshine a year.

At its heart is Santa Fe, the state capital and one of America's oldest and most characterful cities. Its adobe architecture, world-class galleries, museums and celebrated culinary scene reflect the unique blend of Native American, Hispanic and Anglo influences that have shaped New Mexico. Further south, Albuquerque combines historic neighbourhoods and a lively downtown with the spectacular Sandia Mountains, while Taos is renowned for its artistic heritage, dramatic mountain setting and UNESCO-listed Taos Pueblo.

Beyond its cities, New Mexico's landscapes are remarkably diverse. Travellers can journey from the brilliant white dunes of White Sands National Park and otherworldly desert scenery to alpine forests, mountains, hot springs and the vast underground caverns of Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Scenic highways and stretches of historic Route 66 make the state particularly rewarding to explore by road.

Experiences here are just as varied. Take to the skies in a hot-air balloon over Albuquerque, discover ancient pueblos and archaeological sites, hike beneath impossibly clear skies or ski in the mountains around Taos. Art lovers can explore everything from traditional Native American craftsmanship to contemporary installations, while foodies will discover a cuisine all of its own, famously built around the question: red or green chile?

• Explore Santa Fe's adobe architecture, galleries, museums and celebrated food scene
• Discover Albuquerque's historic neighbourhoods and the spectacular Sandia Mountains
• Visit artistic Taos and the UNESCO-listed Taos Pueblo
• Marvel at the white dunes of White Sands and the vast Carlsbad Caverns
• Road-trip along scenic highways and stretches of historic Route 66
• Try hot-air ballooning, hiking, skiing and the famous red or green chile

For UK travellers looking beyond the familiar U.S. holiday, New Mexico offers something refreshingly different: authentic, soulful and wonderfully unexpected. It's a destination to explore slowly, where the journey between places can be every bit as memorable as the places themselves. Request your free copy of the official New Mexico True Adventure Guide today and start planning your own journey through the Land of Enchantment.