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During my stay in Las Cruces, New Mexico, I visited a place that surprised me with its depth and captivating exhibits: the Museum of Nature & Science. This museum isn’t just another stop on a tourist map—it’s a place where the wonders of the natural world come alive. Nestled in…
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There’s something magical about stepping into a different era, and that’s exactly what I experienced when I attended the Las Cruces Renaissance ArtsFaire in New Mexico. This festival, held annually in November, transports visitors to a world of knights, fair maidens, jousting tournaments, and medieval merriment. Whether you’re a history…
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While living in Las Cruces, New Mexico, I discovered the Branigan Cultural Center, a place that combines history, art, and culture in a beautiful space. For anyone visiting Las Cruces, this center offers an insightful journey into the diverse heritage and vibrant creativity of the region. Located in the charming…
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Las Cruces, my friends, from the bottom of my heart, mil gracias y adiós a todos! Three years of working at New Mexico State University seemed too short and felt too fast when every day is adorned with beautiful people, enchanted places, memorable events, and blessed with almost always sun-shiny…
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If the Dripping Springs Natural Area, which is on the west side of the Organ Mountains captivates you, the east side is just equally captivating. There you’d find the Aguirre Spring Campground, a national recreational area that is settled below the slopes of the majestic Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument….
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What’s with the Las Cruces Veterans Memorial Park? Apart from paying respect to those who died in the war through the walls of remembrances, the Veterans Memorial Park is also a good place to spend a quiet time with family and friends. When I visited the park one weekend, it…
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La Cueva (The Cave) in Las Cruces, New Mexico is a natural cave situated in a rhyolitic ash flow tiff (volcanic rock). The proximity of resources from a variety of ecological zones and the presence of running water or springs in the arroyo below the shelter are certainly the cause…
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I can’t resist visiting the Spirit Winds Coffee Bar for my dose of caffeine every weekend. This shop serves smooth dark roast coffees in a very affordable price. Imagine this: a regular size coffee (medium) is about $2. A competitor, another local coffee shop called Milagro’s, sells the same size…
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