One of the main industries the city has these days is the tourism. Albuquerque is lucky considering its climate; having an average of 300 sunny days a year. The weather is generally sunny and dry, even winter the occasional snowfall often melts by afternoon. Nevertheless, this is not a reason for ski fans not to visit the city because in the Sandia Mountains is enough snow to create decent skiing conditions. The temperatures usually vary between -4 °C and 33 °C, but even during winter... [...]
Autumn is also a perfect time of the year to visit the city because this is the festival season. In the second week of September is held the Fiestas de Santa Fe, which has its roots from 1712. The main event and the start of this three-day fiesta is the burning of Zozobra. Also known as the Old Man Gloom this 15 meters tall marionette symbolizes gloom; by burning it, the troubles and worries are destroyed. During the half-week celebration you can listen to mariachis, playing all over the city... [...]