New Mexico is one of the nation's most sparsely populated states. The Albuquerque Metro area, with approximately 700,000 residents, can't help but retain its neighborhood feel. Albuquerque is bordered by the Sandia and Manzano Mountains to the east, by the Petroglyph National Monument to the west, by Sandia Pueblo to the north and by Isleta Pueblo to the south. The city sprawls over more than 100 square miles at elevations ranging from 4,500 feet above sea level in the Rio Grande Valley to 6,500 feet at the foot of the Sandia Mountains. Albuquerque enjoys blue skies and sunshine 310 days out of the year. The weather makes Albuquerque a sport lover's paradise and outdoor activities of all kinds are popular with residents. Low humidity and warm temperatures make Albuquerque a four-season destination.
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