Also referred to as “Indian Country,” the Northwest Region of New Mexico holds true to its nickname. One of the richest areas in Native American Indian history, it showcases the vibrant culture of both the present Indian communities and those long-gone that have left an impressionable mark on the world. Awesome archeological remains can be seen at the protected National Parks within the region, as well as living testimonies of these great people. Aside from historical and cultural sights, a lot of tourist attractions are around, like casinos.
Here are some of the famous travel destinations in Northwest New Mexico:
Aztec Ruins National Monument – a preserved site within the Chaco Culture National Historic Park that has ancient pueblos
Chaco Culture National Historic Park – this United States National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site can be found between the towns of Farmington and Albuquerque, and is believed to have once been home to the Ancient Pueblo People
El Malpais National Monument – the lava lands of New Mexico, this is a wide basin of rocky lava-created fields with lava tube caves where you can go exploring
Four Corners – a monument where the four states mentioned above meet has been erected here, and is part of the Navajo Nation reservation and the Ute Indian reservation
Navajo Nation – the widest area of Native American Indian communities in the United States, which is home to the Navajo people who practice their own culture, beliefs, language and the right to govern themselves
Route 66 – now referred to as “Historic Route 66” and a National Scenic Byway, this old road used to be part of the US Highway System and was the “Mother Road” for all the migrants moving west in the 1930s as well as a source of livelihood for the communities it passed through, but was later replaced by the Interstate Highway System
Salmon Ruins and Heritage Park – site of a large pueblo complex created and used by the Ancient Pueblo People, found near the town of Bloomfield
The sweeping desert landscape of New Mexico will take your breath away, and satisfy the adventurer in you. The northwest region is home to the “four corners,” the only point in the United States where four states meet together at a central location. If you want to be in four places at once, you can find the exact spot and stretch out all your limbs on the different borders of New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona and Utah. Rest assured that a visit to this region of New Mexico will be worth all your time and effort.
To know more about Chaco Culture National Historic Park and its communities, you can go to http://www.simpsonchaco.com
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Route 66 in New Mexico
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New Mexico is “The Land of Enchantment,” offering a fascinating blend of Native American, Spanish Colonial, and Western American cultures. The travelers from the East knew they had arrived in the great Southwest when they entered New Mexico–the towns along Route 66 were ablaze in neon, and the motels lured travelers with Western themes, Pueblo Revival architecture, and Native American trading posts. An adventure still awaits the traveler today who takes the time to exit I-40 and leave the franchised blandness behind. The neon still flickers at the Blue Swallow Motel in Tucumcari, on Central Avenue in Albuquerque, and at the El Rancho Hotel in Gallup. The “Fat Man” still smiles at Joseph’s Bar and Grill in Santa Rosa. The stories behind those landmarks are here, as well as the stories behind establishments that are lost forever or slowly crumbling to dust among the tumbleweeds.
One of the most intense reports I did at TV45 was a report on the Lake Havasu police department Tri-State Impact felon round up. Along with PDs from Bull Head City and Fort Mohave, Kingman and the Sheriffs Dept. they all got together to conduct a sweep of bail jumpers. I was able to ride along with the crew and detail their sweep. I felt like I was taping for COPS. Check it out.
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2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue GL journey through western USA August 24th -September 7th 2008 Including a drive along the Union Pacifc railbed towards the place where the Golden Spike was driven. The 3rd clip is travelling Hwy 128 along the Colorado River from Moab toward Grand Junction
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around colorado,arizona,utah,nevada and new mexico here we were at monument valley place. silence is golden.When we came to bluff i found an amazing place not so closed.(50 miles) if u wish to visit monument valley go to bluff! stay 2 nights at desert rose inn.U will say thanks to god!and i wish to receive back a message from u.Keep it real!! and if u wish we have a full3 hours HD version.
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“(Get Your Kicks On) Route 66″ is a rhythm and blues standard, composed 1946 by Bobby Troup, made famous by Nat King Cole, Chuck Berry, and the Rolling Stones. It is generally the opening song of concerts by Mexico City based band “Work in Progress – WiP”, performing it here at Plaza Loreto cultural forum.
The song is preceded by “Echomania” a guitar solo by Gregor Heinrich, allowing the band to get ready…
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