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Mesilla village - Las Cruces
Mesilla village

Las Cruces is considered the “Crossroads of the Southwest” It was founded in 1843 when the nearby settlement of Dona Anna became overcrowded. The then mayor asked one of the Lt. And Commander of the US forces to make a new settlement nearby. This settlement would become known as Las Cruces.

It is thought that Las Cruces got its name from the ‘garden of Crosses’ travelers made for those who fell victim to Apache raids on their way up north. However, there are some who feel the name is just the Spanish word for crossing or crossroads.

the bean - Las Cruces

the bean

The Mesilla village is close by and has a plaza and original adobe houses in a Spanish colonial setting. You have to buy chilies from here if you like it hot:)

Organ mountains - Las Cruces

Organ mountains

My favorite memories of Las Cruces were the landscapes, sunsets and the pretty nice people.

  • Last visit to Las Cruces: Sep 2005
  • Intro Written Oct 29, 2005
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Southern New Mexico State Fair - Las Cruces Southern New Mexico State Fair Things to Do (3)

At the Fair we ate some gorditas. They had some shows and various animal. We went to the racetrack and watched some car... more travel advice

Organ Mountains - Las Cruces Organ Mountains Things to Do (3)

The Organ Mountains overlook Las Cruces to the east. From what I was told, there are great hiking trails there. more travel advice

La Posta de La Mesilla - Las Cruces La Posta de La Mesilla Restaurants (3)

I ate the La Posta specialida., which had 1 of almost everything. The service was great. They kept filling the water and... more travel advice

Bean coffee shop - Las Cruces Bean coffee shop Restaurants (3)

We relaxed in the Bean coffee shop where I had some green chili soup. I was surprise that coffee shops in New Mexico do... more travel advice

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