Rio Rancho - Past, Present & Future
In a state with a history and culture as rich and as old as New Mexico's, Rio Rancho is an anomaly. In the heart of New Mexico, this City of Vision offers many ways to enjoy the area's historic past, experience the colorful present and meet the future.
Rio Rancho's Historic Roots
History beckons with nearby attractions in New Mexico that evolved over the centuries with the Anasazi Indians and visits from the Hispanic explorer Coronado to create a unique cultural tapestry of traditions and legends. The City of Rio Rancho began in the 1960's on 55,000 acres of land on the outskirts of Albuquerque. Today, Rio Rancho offers a cultural diversity within its population of 75,000.
Rio Rancho Right Now
Today, Rio Rancho is New Mexico's fastest growing and safest city. The City of Vision offers a relatively modern history, a wide range of cultural diversity, a contemporary infrastructure and a visitor-friendly atmosphere. Wide open vistas and the addition of a modern amenities make the city of Rio Rancho truly a visionary place to visit.
Rio Rancho's Exciting Future
The future is growing in Rio Rancho. We invite you to see our “City of Vision” as we take Rio Rancho into a vibrant and exciting new future where the new, City Centre downtown plans events, sports and conventions at Santa Ana Start Center, unique restaurants, specialty retailers, theaters, along with a movie studio and production facilities, and much, much more.
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