Albuquerque

The city is the Hot Air Balloon Capital of the World . Unique wind patterns known as the "box" allow balloonists to take off and land in nearly the same spot, a phenomenon celebrated every October during the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta .

Founded in 1706 as a Spanish colonial outpost, the city retains its traditional layout in Old Town , featuring a central plaza surrounded by historic adobe buildings and the San Felipe de Neri Parish. albuquerque

The city gained international fame as the setting for Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul . Fans can visit iconic filming locations like Walter White’s house or Saul Goodman’s office. The city is the Hot Air Balloon Capital of the World

The Sandia Mountains to the east are named after the Spanish word for "watermelon" because they turn a vibrant pink hue at sunset. The city gained international fame as the setting