Today we decided to explore Albuquerque a bit so we headed out to explore Old Town and last minute, the Zoo.
Both were really great. I loved old town. The area was smaller than Bryan thought it would be but it just felt good. Not as pretentious as Santa Fe, the shops weren't quite as 'high-end' as they are there. At least we didn't feel like we needed a platinum AmEx card to enter the shops. HAHA The weather was fantastic, as you can see by the photos... a little cool but SUNNY!!!!!!!!!!! I loved all the little courtyards and small alleys that you could explore.
Old Town was established in 1706 and was a hub of activity along the Camino Real between Mexico City & Santa Fe. They have really revitalized the area and just a few blocks away is a really great part of Route 66. Lots of shops and eateries along the Route.
Old Town Plaza - Gazebo
Courtyard off of Old Town Plaza
Shop at Old Town Plaza
San Felipe de Neri Church
We were enjoying the sunshine and great outdoors so much we decided to take a look at the Albuquerque Zoo. It cost $7 each to get in - I guess that's OK, I can't remember the last time I went to a zoo... And it was nice as zoos go I suppose. Some of the exhibits need refurbishing but most were really nicely presented and all of the animals looked healthy and happy. There are a few areas 'under construction' and i think it was even nicer as it was so empty. A few hordes of screaming kids but mostly it was very quiet and peaceful. The weather was terrific, although cool if you were in the shade.
Andean Condor
Warthogs
A Snoozy Lion
Prairie Dog Rug
We were lucky to be there when they were feeding the Polar Bears (feeding time is around 2:20 PM every day). Those guys are HUGE and very playful when they were going after their fishy dinners.Polar Bear eating a fish
Polar Bear waiting for his fish
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I love ABQ Old Town. I like it for shopping much better than here in Santa Fe .. there are more affordable stores there. (Reminds me we need to make a trip down there before Christmas.) Haha...your pictures remind me of ones we took last year when we were there.
Now as far as the zoo - WOW - the last time we went there was 1970 when our son was a baby and we were living in ABQ. Looks like it is time for another trip. Our 4 year old grand-daughter will be visiting at Christmas -- looks like it will be time for a long overdue return trip to the zoo.
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