New Mexico: The Land


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New Mexicans proudly call their state the Land of Enchantment. Enchantment means being under a magic spell or being completely charmed. New Mexicans use the word enchantment to explain the effect New Mexico has on the people who love it. The deep blue sky and the golden sunshine have charms all their own. Enchanting as well are the open spaces and the ever-changing landscapes.

New Mexico is located in the southwestern part of the United States. The Southwest is an area that includes New Mexico and Arizona. It also includes parts of Utah, Colorado, Nevada, and California. Because of its size and location, New Mexico has boundaries in common with five other states. Towards the east lie Texas and the western tip of Oklahoma. To the north is Colorado. To the west is Arizona. Utah is the fifth state that borders New Mexico.

New Mexico's northwest corner touches Utah's southeast corner. Joined here as well in what is called the "Four Corners Area" are Colorado and Arizona. There is no other place in the United States where four states come together in a single spot. New Mexico shares its southern border with Texas and Mexico.

The state's total area is 121,666 square miles. New Mexico is the fifth largest state in the Union. Only Alaska, Texas, California, and Montana are bigger in size.



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