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Espaņola is a city primarily in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. A portion of the central and eastern section of the city is in Santa Fe County. Espaņola, incorporated in 1925, is situated in an area that Juan de Oņate declared a capital for Spain in 1598. Espaņola is well known as the first Capitol City in America.

Espaņola's restaurants and convenience stores are popular with travelers between Santa Fe and northern communities, as well as with local people. The local fiestas are held in the summer and include live New Mexican-style Spanish or country music, vendors, and many locals. Every Friday and Saturday night the streets fill with cruisers.

There are many locations near Espaņola to do almost any outdoor activity such as hiking, biking, and river sports like rafting and kayaking. Nearby winter sports include skiing (downhill and cross-country) and snowboarding.



Santa Fe National Forest
The Santa Fe National Forest is one of several National Forests in New Mexico. Elevations rise from 5,300 to 13,103 feet at the summit of Truchas Peak, located within the Espanola Wilderness. NFS objective is to maintain that natural beauty.

Encantado Auberge Hotel Suites
198 State Road 592, Santa Fe, NM 87506;
Location : Take US-285 north of Santa Fe
This newest member of the famed Auberge Resorts, is set upon the pristine site of the historic Rancho Encantado.The resort's 65 casitas display a contemporary interpretation of traditional Santa Fe, featuring stucco exteriors in soft earthy tones, oversized windows, square-cut wood beams, a wood-burning fireplace and a private patio.

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California Resort Life
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