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Village in the United States
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Magdalena is a town of 800 people (2020) in southwestern New Mexico. It is the nearest town (at least the nearest with many services for the traveler) to the Very Large Array, an enormous radio astronomy observatory of interest to the scientifically-inclined traveler, and is a jumping-off point for some outdoor recreational opportunities in the region.
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Serves espresso, pastries, sandwiches, salads, pizzas, panini, milkshake, ice cream, tasty desserts. The gallery has works of local artists (fiber, paintings, pottery) and Southwest collectible books.
good array of information on southern New Mexico. Maps - dept transportation for NM, Magdalena & Socorro, forest service map of area with hiking routes. Where to stay and where to eat in Magdalena and Socorro. Art info, ghost town info, realty info. Some historical info on Magdalena old buildings and cattle drive history.
Espresso, pastries. Lunch: sandwiches, salads, pizzas, panini, milkshake, ice cream, tasty desserts. Good vibes.
(Hwy. 60). About 20 rooms.
6480
On the Fiber Trail - quilts, rugs Navajo and other, basketry, jewelry, tile art, paintings. Local artists. A lot of unique stuff, worth the visit.
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The nearest significant airport is in Albuquerque about 70 miles north of Socorro.
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Albuquerque · International · ABQ
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