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Santa Fe Modern Shaking it up in New Mexico
Written by Jason Couillard   
Monday, 07 September 2009 16:03
Santa Fe architecture is a perennial favorite and an old standby. It's just part of living here. It's likely, however, that Santa Fe wouldn't look like Santa Fe if the preservationist "Historic Styles Ordinance" hadn't been passed in 1957. The ordinance draws a line around the historic downtown area in the city and dictates that all buildings within this 300 acre area adhere to certain design guidelines. If it's in Santa Fe, it's gotta look Santa Fe.
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Santa Fe: A Mosaic of History, Culture, Art, and Natural Beauty
Written by Marilyn Price-Mitchell   
Monday, 07 September 2009 16:01
Established in 1607, Santa Fe, New Mexico is oozing with history, culture, art and natural beauty like no other in the United States. A world-renowned travel destination, it boasts the best in southwest cuisine, shopping, and gallery-hopping. For the outdoor-types, the surrounding areas glisten with beauty, blue skies, and sunshine 300 days per year. Festivals abound and music, from opera to jazz, can be heard most nights of the week.

History buffs find full-time pleasure exploring Santa Fe's many significant sites. The city claims the oldest church in the country, the beautiful El San Miguel Mission Church. The city jewel is the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi, built in the 1800's in the French Romanesque Revival style. Visitors flock to The Loretto Chapel to see its marvelous staircase with two 360-degree turns.

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Where in the World is Santa Fe New Mexico?
Written by Santa Fe Expert   
Thursday, 23 July 2009 12:25
Santa Fe is located in northern central New Mexico, within the Albuqurque metro area. If you are heading to Santa Fe by car, you will likely arrive via Interstate 25 or Interstate 40. I-25 connects Santa Fe to Denver and Colorado Springs to the north and Albuquerque and El Paso to the south. I-40 can be accessed in Albuquerque, about an hour south of Santa Fe, and links New Mexico to points east and west.

How far is Santa Fe from...

Contemplating a road trip that stops in Santa Fe? Below are driving distances from Santa Fe to other major U.S. cities, measured from city center to city center. 
  • Albuquerque, NM: 63 miles
  • Denver, CO: 450 miles
  • Dallas, TX: 650 miles
  • Los Angeles, CA: 789 miles
  • St. Louis, MO: 1045 miles
  • San Francisco, CA: 1088 miles
  • Chicago, IL: 1346
  • Jacksonville, FL: 1642
  • New York, NY: 2000
Last Updated on Thursday, 23 July 2009 12:30
 
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Santa Fe Weather Facts
Written by Santa Fe Expert   
Thursday, 23 July 2009 12:09
Year-round temperatures in Santa Fe range from lows in the teens to highs in the mid-80s. Generally, the warmest temperatures appear in July, when the mercury can edge towards 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Rainfall is relatively light all year, but can be especially scarce in January and February. The wettest months are typically July and August, when average precipitation is between 2.1 and 2.2 inches.

Santa Fe weather stats:
  • Average annual rainfall: 15 inches
  • January has the lowest monthly average temperature at 43 degrees
  • July has the highest monthly average temperature at 86 degrees
  • Santa Fe's record high temperature is 99 degrees
  • Santa Fe's record low temperature is -17 degrees
The best time to visit Santa Fe New Mexico is a matter of personal preference, but here are some factors to consider:
  • More tourists visit the city May through August. During these months, there tend to be more events and performances available, but there are also more people around.
  • The weather in Santa Fe is very comfortable in the spring and fall months; rainfall is light and temperatures are moderate. Visiting during March, April, September or October is a great option because your travel expenses might be slightly less and you can avoid the summer crowds.
Last Updated on Thursday, 23 July 2009 12:11
 
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