| Situated at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, | | | | There are notable sculptures, depicting animals and |
| Santa Fe is unique by itself. Patronized and | | | | birds. There are many cultural activities conducted for |
| established by Juan Martinez de Montoya, in 1607, | | | | the tourists regularly.The significance of the place also |
| this capital city of the state of New Mexico has a | | | | lies in its being one of the top art markets in U.S, |
| charm of its own. It is also fondly referred to as | | | | after New York and Los Angeles. The fabulous |
| "City Different." At a height of 7000 ft above sea | | | | cultural ambience has encouraged many artists to |
| level, Santa Fe is the highest state capital in the U.S.It | | | | flock the city, the notable among these being, |
| boasts a rich cultural heritage and tradition, making it | | | | Georgia O' Keefe. The economy of the city is |
| a favorite tourist destination. The city buildings are | | | | primarily based on tourism. It attracts visitors, |
| reminiscent of ancient architecture. The Spanish | | | | predominantly art lovers, rendering it a different |
| Territorial and Pueblo style of architecture makes the | | | | flavor. The natural beauty of the desert adds to the |
| city different and a feast for the eyes. The materials | | | | charm and lure. The economic growth of the city can |
| used in the constructions are water, clay and straw | | | | also be attributed to the climatic conditions and the |
| and other organic materials. The city is famous as | | | | various outdoor activities. People frequent this place |
| one of the foremost cultural centers and has some | | | | not only to be a part of the cultural activities, but |
| of the finest museums and art galleries, displaying | | | | also to enjoy skiing in winter and hiking. It is one of |
| artifacts of the contemporary and the classical styles. | | | | the most fascinating places in the U.S. |