NM-022 Santa Fe on the Camino Real

Marker text: SANTA FE ON THE CAMINO REAL

Population 58,000 - Elevation 7,045

Santa Fe, the oldest capital city in the United States, was established in 1610 as the seat of the Spanish colonial government for the Province of New Mexico. The Palace of the Governors, used by the Spanish, Mexican, and Territorial governors, has flanked the historic plaza since its construction in 1610, and now comprises part of the Museum of New Mexico.