New Mexico – New Mexico's capital is Santa Fe

(Pronounced new mek-si-koh and san-tuh fay)

To remember the capital of the US state New Mexico, use the following mnemonic:

At the new Mexican (New Mexico) restaurant Santa fainted (Santa Fe).

Interesting facts about Santa Fe:

- Historic End of the Trail: The city marks the official historic terminus of the famous Santa Fe Trail, a grueling 900-mile trade route that connected Missouri to New Mexico in the 19th century.

- Traditional Architectural Law: Local zoning laws strictly mandate that almost all downtown buildings must be built in the traditional Pueblo Revival or Spanish-Indian architectural styles, giving the entire city its distinct earthen aesthetic with no skyscrapers in sight.

- One of the Highest Capitals: Sitting at an elevation of roughly 7,000 feet above sea level, it stands as the highest state capital city in the entire United States, making the air noticeably thinner for visitors.