Santa Fe Information

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A High Mountain Oasis Santa Fe sits at 7,000 feet in the southern most portions of the Rocky Mountains in north central New Mexico.

Founded in 1607, Santa Fe is the oldest continually used state capital in the United States and is the state's second largest city, with a population of nearly 60,000.

Throughout its long history, Santa Fe has been a cultural meeting place and crossroads, with multiple distinctive cultures, principally Native American, Spanish-speaking and English-speaking.

Rich in Spanish and Native American heritage and abundant in historical treasures, Santa Fe will soon celebrate its 400th birthday.

We are ethically, culturally and economically diverse. This diversity adds to the allure of the City Different, and it also contributes to its challenge.

The city's economy is influenced by substantial government, trade, service and tourism activities. Visitors and residents are attracted by the dry climate, moderate temperatures, spectacular skies and sunsets, and the opportunity for numerous outdoor pursuits year-round, from skiing to hiking, biking, camping and gardening.

 A small city, Santa Fe nonetheless boasts several major museums, including a vital and growing Children's Museum, the Santa Fe Opera, the Santa Fe Desert Chorale, a community theatre, community orchestra, and numerous smaller professional and amateur performance groups, for adults and children.

 Santa Fe Convention and Visitors Bureau Website