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One of the first places any visitor to Albuquerque should go is the Old Town. From its founding in 1706 until the arrival of the railroad it was the social and geographical hub of the city. The town was planned in a typically Spanish pattern with a central plaza surrounded by a church, homes and government buildings. The most famous building on the plaza is the Church of San Felipe de Neri. Founded in 1706, the church was named in honour of the Spanish king. Originally a small adobe building it undergone extensive reconstruction. The Old Town is a lively place and is one of Albuquerque's main tourist attractions. Old Town's narrow winding streets are lined with more than 100 art galleries, shops and restaurants making shopping and socializing very popular activities. It is best to browse around the shops to get the best prices before making any purchases. One of the best ways to get acquainted with the area is to take a walking tour. The Albuquerque Museum organise tours or you can pick up a brochure for a self-guided tour. For the brave, take a New Mexico Ghost Tour and learn the spooky facts behind America's most haunted city. Other museums in the area are the Turquoise Museum, the Rattlesnake Museum and the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science. After a day's sightseeing, relax in a restaurant or let a horse drawn carriage take you back to your hotel. |