New Mexico is nicknamed 'Land of Enchantment', is ranked 36th of the states in population size and 5th in land area. The capital is Santa Fe, where we are bound for today.
Neither of us has been to either of these cities, and I have not been to New Mexico before.
We took a smaller highway between Albuquerque and Santa Fe, as it was only an hour's drive. It was beautiful countryside - mountains with a little snow still on the peaks, canyons coloured in layers, cactus flowers and sage bush.
We stopped on the outskirts of town at an outlet mall and Boot Barn, and a small taqueria for a fabulous lunch. The proprietor was a very helpful Mexican man who guided our choices.
Santa Fe township is an attractive place, of traditional buildings set around a square. We really liked the cool vibe here, and happily wandered the shops and churches, soaking in the atmosphere. We'd been warned that it was four times more expensive than Albuquerque, but I'd happily have paid it for the experience.
I had pre-booked into the Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi on Washington Avenue, in the middle of town. It was not cheap, but it was worth the pennies. The hotel is beautifully presented, in traditional architecture of the area, in an excellent location. We were upgraded to a large king room, with sitting area and fire place. It was comfortable, quiet, and luxurious.
We settled in and then headed out on foot to explore the town.
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