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The gold standard for serious, independent travelers

Find artistic inspiration and inner peace within the adobe walls of these high-desert jewels. Set amid dramatic mountains and at the confluence of three cultures, Santa Fe & Taos are aswirl with myths, celebrations and amazing food. Our definitive guide gives you detailed coverage for the perfect getaway.

· Admire art - special coverage of the Southwest art scene, from Pueblo pottery and Hispanic retablos to contemporary painting and sculpture

· Get outdoors - scale 13,000-foot peaks, raft class-IV white water and ski world-class slopes

· Feast on the fiery - brave the heat of New Mexico's famed chile , snack on sweet sopapillas or grab a quick taco

· Relax and refresh - soothing spas, natural hot springs, spiritual sites and places to just chill

· Explore further - with coverage of surrounding communities, pueblos and wilderness, plus Albuquerque highlights