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Saturday, November 7, 2015

Strolling Around Old Town Albuquerque, New Mexico

Spanish colonists were granted permission from King Phillip of Spain to establish a city (villa) on the Rio Grande River in Central New Mexico in 1706.





was governor of Alburquerque
when it was founded in 1706.







Governor Valdes named the city Albuquerque to honor Francisco Fernandez de Cueva, the 10th Duke of Alburquerque.





The middle of Old Town
Albuquerque is the
plaza, with a gazebo.







I admire the porches on this
building, currently occupied











Kitty corner to Mati Jewelers 
is the Covered Wagon.









Plaza Gifts is ablaze
with red chili peppers.









thoughtful, eclectic
post cards, stickers
& posters.








An alleyway brings shoppers










San Felipe de Neri  dominates
the plaza.

It is the oldest church 












Plaza Don Luis houses a
 series of shops, restaurants,
visitor information &
guided tours.









Eric enjoys an Espresso 
while I sip on cold Chai 
Tea outside the 












The Post Office blends into
Old Town Albuquerque.









I like the colorful papel picado
decorating the entrance to






I could go on and on....   Come explore for yourself.

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