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Santa Fe, New Mexico

Imagine a city older than your great-great-great-grandparents, built with mud bricks and full of amazing art!

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Escalante Trail Historical Marker, U.P.T.L.A. Historical Marker No. 1, Utah County Courthouse, Provo, Utah

Escalante Trail Historical Marker, U.P.T.L.A. Historical Marker No. 1, Utah County Courthouse, Provo, Utah

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'Starvation Peak' From - Southwest Chief
NEW MEXICO, Santa Fe / Basicilica de San Francisco - Left Tower -
New Mexico 1936
Flying Over Home
Bench, Santa Fe Plaza, Santa Fe, NM
Escalante Trail Historical Marker, U.P.T.L.A. Historical Marker No. 1, Utah County Courthouse, Provo, Utah
Have a seat! Downtown Santa Fe
Escalante Trail Historical Marker, U.P.T.L.A. Historical Marker No. 1, Utah County Courthouse, Provo, Utah
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Point of Rocks, looking northwest
Pete V. Domenici United States Courthouse, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Key Facts

Location
New Mexico, USA.
Capital City
Santa Fe is the capital of New Mexico.
Founded
1610.
Famous For
Being the oldest capital city in the USA and its vibrant art scene.

Where the Sky Touches the Mountains!

Santa Fe is a super special city nestled high up in the mountains of New Mexico. It's so high, it's like standing on top of a really tall building! The air is thin and crisp, and the sun shines bright. It's a place where the Sangre de Cristo Mountains give it a beautiful hug. Think of it as a cozy spot where nature and a city meet.

A City with a REALLY Long Story!

This city is like a time traveler! It was started way back in 1610, which is older than any other capital city in the United States. That's like having a birthday party for your city over 400 years ago! People from Spain were the first ones to build it, and they called it 'Holy Faith'. It's seen so many changes, like a history book that keeps getting new pages!

Colors, Colors Everywhere!

Santa Fe is like a giant art gallery! People here LOVE art. You'll see colorful paintings, cool sculptures, and buildings that look like they're made of yummy chocolate mud! There are more art shops than you can count. It's so famous for its art, it's even been recognized by a special group called UNESCO. Imagine a whole city dedicated to making things beautiful!

What Do People DO in Santa Fe?

People in Santa Fe are busy creating and sharing! Many people work with art, making beautiful things for others to enjoy. They also love to cook delicious food that tastes amazing. It's a place where creativity is super important, and everyone seems to have a special talent. Think of it as a city where everyone is a little bit of an artist or a chef!

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