Insight Guide New Mexico

by Gattuso, John

• ISBN13: 9789814120777
• ISBN10: 9814120774
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-02-01
• Publisher: Insight Guides

Summary

Insight Guides, the world's largest visual travel guide series, in association with Discovery Channel, the world's premier source of nonfiction entertainment, provides more insight than ever. From the most popular resort cities to the most exotic villages, Insight Guides capture the unique character of each culture with an insider's perspective. Inside every Insight Guide you'll find:.Evocative, full-colour photography on every page.Cross-referenced, full-colour maps throughout.A brief introduction including a historical timeline .Lively, essays by local writers on the culture, history, and people.Expert evaluations on the sights really worth seeing.Special features spotlighting particular topics of interest.A comprehensive Travel Tips section with listings of the best restaurants, hotels, and attractions, as well as practical information on getting around and advice for travel with children

Table of Contents

Maps
New Mexico	p. 122
Santa Fe	p. 132
Around Santa Fe	p. 150
Northwestern New Mexico	p. 162
Northerneastern New Mexico	p. 194
Taos	p. 214
Albuquerque	p. 232
Turquoise Trail and Salinas Missions	p. 244
Albuquerque to Zuni	p. 254
Southwestern New Mexico	p. 268
Southeastern New Mexico	p. 280
Introduction
A Land of Enchantment	p. 13
History
Decisive Dates	p. 16
Native Heritage	p. 19
The Spanish Conquest	p. 27
The Anglo Inheritance	p. 35
Building the Bomb	p. 45
Modern Times	p. 51
Features
The Cultural Landscape	p. 59
A Taste of Enchantment	p. 71
Artistic Spirit	p. 77
The Naked Earth	p. 89
Life in a Dry Land	p. 97
Outdoor Adventure	p. 107
Information panels
Literary New Mexico	p. 85
For the Birds	p. 103
Can You Dig It?	p. 113
Festivals & Fiestas	p. 145
Pueblo Architecture	p. 177
The Mother Road	p. 239
El Rancho de las Golondrinas	p. 249
Places
Introduction	p. 121
Northern New Mexico	p. 127
Santa Fe	p. 131
Jemez Mountains and Pajarito Plateau	p. 149
Georgia O'Keeffe Country	p. 161
Chaco Canyon	p. 171
Navajo Country	p. 181
Santa Fe Trail	p. 193
High Road to Taos	p. 203
Taos	p. 213
Central New Mexico	p. 227
Albuquerque	p. 231
Turquoise Trail and Salinas Missions	p. 243
Albuquerque to Zuni	p. 253
Southern New Mexico	p. 263
Las Cruces, Silver City and the Southwest Corner	p. 267
Billy the Kid Country	p. 279
White Sands and the Tularosa Basin	p. 291
Carlsbad Caverns and the Southeast Corner	p. 299
Travel Tips
Getting Acquainted	p. 306
Planning the Trip	p. 307
Practical Tips	p. 312
Where to Stay	p. 315
Where to Eat	p. 325
Culture	p. 333
The Great Outdoors	p. 338
Tours & Outfitters	p. 339
Sport	p. 340
Further Reading	p. 342
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