subject: Book For The Low-cost Lodging Including Transport To Have A Pretty Albuquerque Vacations [print this page] Sites to See on Your Albuquerque Vacation: Rio Grande Valley State Park
The Rio Grande Valley State Park was made in 1983, and is a massive park stretching from Sandia Pueblo in the north through Albuquerque and south to Isleta Pueblo. The beautiful park comprises of massive cottonwood trees, coyote willow, and New Mexico olive trees which bring a shady feel to the area. Many habitats have formed around it for beavers, abundant bird species, turtles and snakes. Hiking, bicycling, mountain biking, in-line skating and horseback riding can be ventured here after taking in the marvelous surroundings. The Paseo del Bosque paved trail is excellent for hikes as it runs along the east side of the river, or one can head out along the natural surface trail beneath the cottonwood trees. Boating, kayaks, canoes, rafts and other non-motorized water vehicles can be enjoyed here too. Places to see while at the park are the Rio Grande Open Space, Calabacillas, Arroyo, Shining River Parking Area, Rio Grande Nature Center, Peublo Montano Picnic Area and Trailhead, Rio Bravo Riverside Picnic Area, Fishing Pier and Nature Trail, Rio del Norte Picnic Area, and the Aldo Leopold Interpretive Trail and Forest. You must see the Rio Grande Valley State Park which stands against the Rio Grande River on your vacation to Albuquerque.
Albuquerque Vacations - Open Space Visitor Center
There are many things to do while vacationing in Albuquerque, but a place surely not to miss is the Open Space Visitor Center, which is located on the west side of Albuquerque. The centers mission is to raise awareness and provide education about the environment through programs and has become a leading facility. The center has an art gallery, 24 acres of agricultural fields, a stunning view of the Sandia Mountains, and a permanent exhibit space as well. Any time of the year, you can enjoy the comfortable indoor and outdoor viewing areas to catch glimpses of the animals there like the Sandhill cranes and other migratory birds during their fall and winter migratory season. The harvest festival after the summers is also entertaining. The outdoor exhibit also includes many traditional gardens which are enjoyed by all for its arroyo gardens, pebble gardens, olla gardens and the waffle garden, which harvest a massive amount of water. The Center has arranged activities for children as well by setting up puppet shows, origami, and coloring pages inside its building so that parents visiting with children can enjoy a tour even more. You can visit the center any time of the year.
Site to see on Albuquerque Vacations: New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
Lying in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science was established in 1986. The museum is a marvel at sight and thoroughly enjoyed by all visitors, due to which it became the winner of the 2008 Parents Picks quest to find the Best Museum for Big Kids. This splendid museum will take you on a journey through time as it allows you to explore a cave, walk through a volcano, and discover the Ice Age. With a total of eight permanent TimeTracks exhibits, the take of New Mexico from the Paleozoic to the present are depicted to you. There are also many dinosaurs to see here, starting from the statues outside the main entrance, to the large T-Rex in the atrium and a gigantic hall holding many complete and massive dinosaur skeletons. Also, there is a large portion of the museum which contains astronomical exhibits, and an exhibit about the formation on the personal computer that initiated in Albuquerque. Some other exhibits you must see here are the Naturalist Center, Planetarium, Dynatheater, Lodestar Astronomy Center, and Nature Works Discovery Store.
Albuquerque Vacations - Visit to Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum
There are a few places in the world where you can visit the most amazing sites and explore the mysteries and charms and Albuquerque in New Mexico is one of them. If you have a chance of having a vacation in the amazing city, you should definitely visit the world famous Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum on your trip as this place is renowned for ballooning. Centered in the hub of ballooning, Albuquerque, the Anderson-Abruzzo International Balloon Museum contains all kinds of equipment which is required for ballooning. The Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Ballooning Museum intends to educate the masses about the hard work and skills of the world famous balloonists and what they have given to the world. There are many exhibits that explain the adventures, endeavors and the spirit of individual balloonists and will surely be worth your time in New Mexico.
