Soon after arriving in Santa Fe, New Mexico, you will understand why it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the United States. First settled in 1610, which makes it the oldest non Indian settlement west of the Mississippi, it exudes charm, sophistication, and a rich history. Nature has also blessed Santa Fe: it is perched at an elevation of 7,000 feet at the base of the beautiful Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and enjoys an average of 300 sunny days a year.