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- From: HF.ALB@forsythe.stanford.edu (Ann Babb)
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- Subject: Re: Need info on Albuquerque
- Date: 26 Jan 1993 13:44:08 -0800
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- Albuquerque was named by Money Magazine a couple of years back as
- the 25th most livable city in the country (out of some 200+).
- That's not too bad. It's true that there are a lot of junky spots,
- but these can be found anywhere. The trick is to get away from the
- old Route 66 (Central Avenue) and the highways. Rio Rancho is a
- newer community on the West Plateau with magnificant views of the
- Sandias and Albuquerque itself, golf courses, etc. That is, the
- perfect retirement community. It is high desert, so although it can
- get hot in the summer (90's), the dryness seems to help somewhat.
- It can snow in the winter, but it is rare, and it doesn't usually
- stick for long. I really like Corrales (adjacent to Albuquerque)
- and the North Valley area -- these are more rural, with more trees,
- and you are close to one of the best restaurants (IMO) in the area
- -- El Pinto! There is a lot of culture, both historic and modern --
- art, museums, symphony, etc. It is about an hour and 10 or 15
- minutes from Santa Fe, which is truly wonderful, even though it's
- become trendy. I've lived in both places, and they each have their
- advantages/disadvantages. Hope this helps.
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