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
by Mati Jewelers.
Kitty corner to Mati Jewelers
is
the Covered Wagon.
Plaza Gifts is ablaze
with red chili peppers.
Gorilla Graphix has
thoughtful, eclectic
post cards, stickers
& posters.
An
alleyway brings shoppers
to Patio Market.
San Felipe de Neri dominates
the plaza.
It is the oldest church
in Albuquerque.
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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