Historical Marker

Santa Fe on the Camino Real

Historical marker location:
NM Highway 14, Santa Fe, New Mexico
( South side of Cerrillos Road near Camino Carlos Rey)

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. Population – 48,899 Elevation – 7,045.