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Albuquerque has been a center of commerce for hundreds of years. Five hundred years ago it was a trade hub for pre-Pueblo and later Pueblo Indians. After the settlement of the region by the Spanish, this village sat on the Camino Real, or Royal Road. As the railroad crossed the nation, it chose Albuquerque as a major terminus. Following The First World War came Route 66, a paved highway that connected Chicago to Los Angeles. Through the years this town that sits at the crossroads of the southwestern United States has been known worldwide for its hospitality and welcoming accommodations.

Hotels and motels are spread generously throughout the city, with high concentrations in key areas, giving travelers to Albuquerque a large number of choices for where to stay. Accommodations can also be found at local bed and breakfast inns sprinkled throughout the city. Location, décor and service vary widely among these quaint, historic and sometimes trendy inns.

With more than 14,000 rooms available throughout the city, accommodations can easily be made at any time of the year with the exception of the first two weeks of October. The popularity of the Kodak Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta has skyrocketed over the past decade, and rooms have become a premium commodity during the event. It is recommended that you make reservations well in advance, if you plan to visit at this time.

Old Town/Downtown

The historic heart of the city offers the epitome of luxury accommodations. Modern high-rise hotels stretch into the New Mexico sky, while historic bed and breakfasts remind visitors of the city's rich history. Old Town is a magnet for tourists with its shops offering the best of Southwest arts and crafts. For the business traveler, the recently renovated Albuquerque Convention Center sprawls across the east edge of the Downtown area. As a result, lodging with a variety of room rates is available within walking distance to the Downtown/Old Town areas.

One of the most famous hotel tycoons, Conrad Hilton, is a native of New Mexico. Among his first hotel projects was La Posada de Albuquerque. Built in 1939, it was the pinnacle of elegance in its day, and this dignity is now enhanced by its historical significance. Southwestern influence is carried throughout the hotel's design with massive beams, known locally as vigas, exposed across the atrium's two-story ceiling. The visitor who wants more personal accommodations can find them at the nearby Bottger-Koch Mansion bed and breakfast.

For luxury accommodations a short walk from Old Town, the Sheraton Old Town is an old favorite. Many repeat visitors to the city refuse to stay anywhere else because of the hotel's reputation for anticipating and catering to the needs of its guests.

One of Albuquerque's newest hotels is the luxury high-rise of the Hyatt Regency. Located in Downtown, across Civic Plaza from the Galleria, there is no finer place to stay in town.

Midtown

This part of the city was the original staging area for balloon pilots during the Kodak Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta due to an abundance of quality, moderately priced rooms. The showpiece of the Midtown hotels is the Albuquerque Hilton. Once Conrad Hilton had mastered the art of building hotels, he built this masterpiece. While Hilton's La Posada was designed around Spanish Colonial architecture, the Albuquerque Hilton is Pueblo to the core. Massive adobe walls inside and out curve and flow into each other like molded clay. East facing rooms at the Hilton offer breath-taking views of the Sandia Mountains.

Golf enthusiasts who find themselves working all day need not despair. The Holiday Inn Mountain View sports a club with two state-of-the art golf simulators. Guests can attend conferences until dark and still get in eighteen holes at the Banff Championship Golf Course, via virtual reality. The Albuquerque Marriott, a 17-story luxury hotel, offers business accommodations that rival any Albuquerque hotel. Located just off Interstate-40, the hotel has 120 rooms specifically geared at the business traveler.

Northeast Heights

As Albuquerque grew, it spread across the valley toward the foothills of the Sandia Mountains. The Northeast Heights is the ultimate in baby boomer communities with little strip malls, local markets and hole-in-the-wall eateries. Although these are primarily moderate to economy lodgings targeted at the tourist trade, the service and amenities are high quality.

The Best Western Winrock Inn offers all the amenities of a modern hotel, along with the convenience of being right next to one of New Mexico's largest shopping malls, Winrock Center. Further east on I-40 is a collection of hotels and motels known around town as hotel circle. Here you will find rooms at places like the Holiday Express, and the Ramada Inn Mountain View. Both offer panoramic views of the city, as well as the Sandia and Manzano Mountains.

Southeast

This district of the city is strictly business with the Albuquerque International Airport (known as the Sunport), Kirtland Air Force Base, Sandia National Laboratories and a large number of tech-related enterprises.

If airport proximity is a deciding factor in accommodations, you need not sacrifice quality. The Wyndham Albuquerque Hotel, located adjacent to the Sunport is famous for deluxe service. Let Chef Steve Crenin at the Rojo Bar and Grill delight your taste buds with his Trout Crenin, a fresh trout prepared with pecan, corn salsa and chile sage.

In the event you want to do your own cooking in your own suite, the Amerisuites Airport may be more to your liking. This all-suite hotel caters to business travelers with its 800 square-foot meeting room and complimentary podium, flip chart and easel.

An assortment of moderately-priced hotels like the Holiday Inn Express, Radisson Limited, and the Sleep Inn, cluster around the entrance and exits to the Sunport. Most offer shuttles to and from your gates, and some offer shuttles to downtown business locations.

South Valley/North Valley

Albuquerque grew outward from the Rio Grande as an outpost on the Camino Real. Fourth Street through the South and North Valleys follows that historic route. Scattered along the adobe-lined streets that flank this ancient route are a series of beautiful bed and breakfast inns. Some of these inns are historic haciendas built by Spanish colonists when Albuquerque was on the northern frontier of Spanish territory in the New World. Hacienda Antigua was originally built as a trading post along the Camino Real. Now this sprawling inn welcomes guests from all over the world. For a trip even further back in history try Casita Chamisa where the owner works an active archeological dig right on the premises. Closer to the newer parts of town, the Ramada Limited provides luxury accommodations for a small price. One of Albuquerque's landmark buildings is the Crowne Plaza Pyramid. Built to resemble a Mayan temple, this palace includes a 10-story waterfall inside, and is one of the most popular hotels among visiting balloonists during the Kodak Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.

West Mesa

One of the fastest growing regions in the United States, this area of town has tripled in size in the past few years. Rio Rancho, once a suburb of Albuquerque, has incorporated and become a town in its own right. This growth was spurred on when Intel chose to build one of the country's largest microchip manufacturing plants here in the late 1980s. Some of Albuquerque area's nicest new motels have been built on the hill directly across from Intel to provide convenient accommodations for business travelers. Most of the rooms in these establishments even provide two phones with two lines and data ports. The Hilton Garden Inn is the newest hotel in Rio Rancho and even offers a complimentary shuttle to and from the distant Sunport. The Best Western Rio Rancho is an established facility that features the largest full service conference center on the West Mesa. For those looking to avoid the convention, The Inn at Paradise is a bed and breakfast just a few steps away from the first tee at Paradise Hills Golf Course.

Corrales

This village was founded when Coronado wintered his horses here in the 1500s. Corrales, a quaint village that is slowly being surrounded by the Albuquerque metro area, has been able to avoid big city blemishes like towering chain hotels. In their place, Corrales harbors a number of homely bed and breakfast inns. Some are housed in historic adobe haciendas, while others are newer structures that maintain the pueblo style of this laid back community. One of these is the Nora Dixon House where the owners take painstaking care of their adobe house and its guests. If you are willing to get out of bed early, the Yours Truly Bed and Breakfast offers a more uplifting morning, with a breakfast preceded by a hot air balloon ride.

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Albuquerque Convention Center

Remodeled, Major Convention Venue

20 First Plaza NW Suite 601
Albuquerque, NM 87102
United States
+1 505 842 9918 / +1 800 733 9918
http://www.abqcvb.org/

There is always something happening in this modern convention facility. Recently renovated, the center offers one massive, column-free room that embraces over 100,000 square feet. The center is in use year-round by local organizations, touring exhibitions and national conventions. In the 2,400-seat auditorium you will find incredible acoustics, and the sloping floor promises a good seat for everyone. The 29 meeting rooms mean that the center can handle large conventions or several smaller gatherings simultaneously. Situated Downtown between the Double Tree Hotel and the Hyatt Regency, there is plenty of parking in the Downtown area's underground parking garage.

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Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

Up, up and away 8309 Washington Place Northeast
Albuquerque, NM 87113
United States
+1 505 821 1000 / +1 888 422 7277
http://www.aibf.org/ Come join the fun in the "Duke City" for annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, an event lasting nine days through the first two weekends in October. Billed as the world's most photographed event, see why more than one million visitors flock to Albuquerque each fall to witness spectacular dawn skyscapes as 1,000 balloons color the sky during mass ascensions. The fiesta features special shape balloons with exclusive mass ascensions, flying competitions, and the popular nighttime "Glowdeo." Sample great local wines during the opening weekend of the event at "Fiesta del Vino," see website for details. Park and ride from the malls around town and avoid the traffic jams. Admission: USD6. Children 12 and under are free.

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Albuquerque Marriott

Marriott comfort in Albuquerque 2101 Louisiana Blvd
Albuquerque, NM 87110
United States
+1 505 881 6800
http://www.kqzyfj.com/click-20... Conveniently located, Albuquerque Marriott is the best place to stay. This is a seventeen floor, high-rise building that houses over 400 rooms, a restaurant and lounge. If you choose to stay here your room will be large, comfortable and beautifully decorated. Each room was designed with the business traveler in mind and has a large desk with a dual line telephone, data ports and voice mail. There is no need to run out and find an office center because the hotel has one. You can send faxes, use the computer with printer and make copies without leaving the building.

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AmeriSuites Airport

Near International Airport 1400 Sunport Place SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
United States
+1 505 242 9300 / +1 800 833 1516
http://www.amerisuites.com The 128 suites here are the epitome of modern hotel offerings. The suites can only be described as cavernous, with an L-shaped workstation where you can spread out your work and get it done if need be. If relaxation is more of what you are after, kick back on the plush sofa and enjoy a selection of in-room movies. The breakfast buffet is huge and complimentary, along with a daily copy of USA Today. The Albuquerque International Sunport is right next door and downtown is a few minutes away.

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Bottger Mansion of Old Town

Victorian Bed & Breakfast 110 San Felipe NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
United States
+1 505 243 3639 / +1 800 758 3639
http://www.bottger.com If comfort and style are what you are looking for in lodging, you will enjoy staying at this bed and breakfast. This welcoming and elegant Victorian house is well-situated for the visitor who has business in the downtown area. The family who owns the home goes out of their way to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Each room in the spacious mansion has its own bath, dressing room, television and VCR. Gourmet breakfasts are complemented with pastries and breads that will delight everyone. A romantic evening stroll around the Old Town Plaza is only one block away.

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Casita Chamisa

150 year-old adobe house 850 Chamisal Road Northwest
Albuquerque, NM 87107
United States
+1 505 897 4644
http://www.casitachamisa.com Only 15 minutes from Old Town, this stylish adobe home is also the site of an archaeological dig. The owners will gladly show you the site and explain what is known about the prehistoric residents of the area. You can relax in the hot tub, swim in the heated indoor pool or just wander through the fruit orchard and flower gardens. Arnold's prize-winning sourdough bread accompanies a breakfast of pancakes, waffles, fresh fruit and homemade jams.

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Downtown

Albuquerque
United States
The hub of business and government activity in the city is the bustling downtown area. The Civic Plaza also plays host to myriad other activities and during summer months, Summerfest is held. This is a celebration of New Mexico's many cultures that showcases the food, music and dance of a different ethnic group every Saturday. While the Civic Plaza is downtown's outdoor venue, the KiMo Theater, renovated in 1999-2000, is the city's crown jewel of indoor venues for the performing arts. The Hyatt Regency, one of the city's newest luxury hotels dominates the downtown skyline. With two lounges and a restaurant that offers fine dining, this is the ultimate hotel for the business traveler.

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Hacienda Antigua B&B Inn

Historic Trading Post Bed and Breakfast Inn 6708 Tierra Drive Northwest
Albuquerque, NM 87107
United States
+1 505 345 5399 / +1 800 201 2986
http://www.haciendantigua.com/ Built in 1790, this is a true hacienda in every way, including the common central courtyard. Two hundred years ago, it was a trading post on the famous Camino Real. Today the bed and breakfast inn brings the warmth of the past alive in a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. The rooms will make you feel like you have walked into a Western movie. From the Mexican tile floors to the kiva fireplaces, this is the real deal.

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Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque-North-Rio Rancho

Spacious Suburbian Guestrooms 1771 Rio Rancho Boulevard
Albuquerque, NM 87124
United States
+1 505 896 1111
http://www.hiltongardeninn.com/ Spacious guestrooms are only the beginning when you are a guest of this fine hotel. The entry way alone is enough to heighten your expectations. The Great American Grill restaurant is very comfortable and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. This Hilton hotel lives up to its name with the friendly atmosphere, and it offers cost savings to business and leisure travelers alike. It is across the street from Intel, and is close to shopping centers and a variety of restaurants.

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Hilton of Albuquerque

Stately luxury high-rise 1901 University NE
Albuquerque, NM 87102
United States
+1 505 884 2500 / +1 800 274 6835
http://www.hilton.com/ Built in the late 1940s, this is one of the first high-rise hotels constructed by hotel magnate and New Mexico native Conrad Hilton. The Pueblo architecture is most evident on the ground floor, where massive adobe walls support heavy vigas and arched doorways lead to quaint bars and fine restaurants. The rooms are decorated in the rich textures and colors of the southwest and have plenty of space for working or lounging. Most of the rooms have balconies.

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Holiday Inn Express

Quality accommodations 10330 Hotel Avenue Northeast
Albuquerque, NM 87112
United States
+1 505 275 8900
http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h... If you are on a budget, but do not want to scrimp on comfort, this motel has rates that rival lower-end properties and amenities that surpass more costly rivals. An indoor pool and hot tub is located in the main building and a full, complimentary breakfast buffet is offered from 6a to 10a. The rooms are spacious and equipped with large televisions, ice boxes and coffee makers. Some rooms offer an unblocked view of the Sandia Mountains.

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Hyatt Regency of Albuquerque

World class high-rise hotel 330 Tijeras Ave Northwest
Albuquerque, NM 87102
United States
+1 505 842 1234 / +1 800 233 1234
http://albuquerque.hyatt.com Located next to the Albuquerque Convention Center, in the center of downtown, this mammoth hotel is the ideal destination for business travelers. And the location, which is within walking distance of Old Town and area museums, is also perfect for those wanting easy access to area attractions. The guest rooms at Hyatt Regency of Albuquerque are luxurious, modern and designed for comfort. Each room has plenty of space and includes a work area. The rooms on the upper floors feature stellar views of the city and surrounding mountains.

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Inn At Paradise

B&B on a golf course 10035 Country Club Lane
Albuquerque, NM 87114
United States
+1 505 898 6161 / +1 800 938 6161
http://www.innatparadise.com This bed and breakfast adds a little twist to the normal accommodations. The inn sits just steps from the first tee of the Paradise Hills Golf Club, and if you sign up for the golf package, you will get a bucket of range balls at a minimum price, a round of golf, and a cart. Offering you all the amenities of a bed and breakfast, the hosts go out of their way to make you feel at home. A complete breakfast is served in the Full Moon Saloon. You can make this a family outing as children and pets are welcome.

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La Posada de Albuquerque

Historical Southwestern lodging 125 Second St Northwest
Albuquerque, NM 87102
United States
+1 505 242 9090 / +1 800 777 5732
http://www.laposada-abq.com/ This hotel, the fourth built by Conrad Hilton, opened its doors to the public in 1939. No expense was spared as hand carved wooden beams and Spanish tile was used to accent the architecture. In 1985, the National Register of Historic Places preserved it as a treasured landmark. As a guest here, you will enjoy all the modern comforts as well as a walk through history. The guest rooms are over sized and some come with a work area. The furniture is all made by local artisans and carries on the southwest motif found throughout the building.

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MCM Elegante Hotel & Event Center

Hotel at the crossroads of New Mexico 2020 Menaul Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
United States
+1 505 884 2511 / +1 866 650 4900
http://www.mcmelegante.com Located at New Mexico's crossroads, I-40 and I-25, this hotel is in a perfect location in the center of town. Most attractions are less than five minutes away by car, and the Sandia Crest Ski Area is a mere 25 mile jaunt. The hotel underwent a massive renovation in the late 1990s and upgraded to state-of-the-art amenities and added an elegant decor. The hotel staff is attentive and strives to serve your needs. Thirty of the rooms were transformed into spacious executive units perfect for a mobile office. The Event Center can host up to 300 guests. If work gets to be too much, you can head downstairs to the Sandia Springs virtual reality golf course and shoot a round.

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Marriott Pyramid North

Hotel in the shape of a pyramid 5151 San Francisco Road Northeast
Albuquerque, NM 87109
United States
+1 505 821 3333 / +1 800 262 2043 (Toll Free)
http://marriott.com/property/p... Inspired by the spectacular architecture of the Mayans, this pyramid-shaped hotel is one of the showpieces of Albuquerque hotels. The inner atrium is a full ten-stories high, with glass elevators gliding alongside a 40-foot waterfall. In the evening, the murmur of the water is accompanied by the soft music from a grand piano. Ask for a room on the upper three floors and you will be treated to a view of the Sandia Mountains or the Rio Grande valley.

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Midtown

Albuquerque
United States
This region of Albuquerque boomed following World War II when Route 66 became an artery for interstate travel and migration to the west. The residential neighborhoods are quaint, tree-lined streets with sprawling, 1950s ranch-style homes and a sprinkling of well-groomed parks. The uptown district is the retail center of the city. Two large, indoor shopping malls, Winrock Center and Coronado Center, lie within a mile of each other. Restaurateurs have taken advantage of the traffic they generate. The Japanese Kitchen sushi bar caters to local businessmen and shoppers alike. The Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown offers a range of rates for all levels of business travelers. If you are overwhelmed by the district's hole-in-the-wall and specialty eateries, try the hotel's Classic Grille, offering meals with a Southwestern flair.

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North Valley

Albuquerque
United States
The Rio Grande Valley offers the visitor a glimpse of what the Spanish explorers saw in the 15th century when they rode north along the Rio Grande del Norte. The economic diversity of the city unravels as you follow Rio Grande Boulevard from north to south. Some of the homes in the south valley have withstood the test of time for hundreds of years. Nestled among these ancient dwellings are the Albuquerque Country Club and the Rio Grande Zoological Park. A new addition to the south valley is the Albuquerque Aquarium and Rio Grande Botanic Gardens, where you can dine with the sharks in their exclusive restaurant. The North Valley is home to some of the city's more prominent families. The world-famous racing family, the Unsers, have an estate here. Set in the adobe walls that surround the estate are wheels from cars that actually ran at the Indianapolis 500.

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Northeast Heights

Albuquerque
United States
The sheer, pink granite Sandia Mountains provide a picturesque backdrop for this sprawling area, which contains some of the newest developments within the city limits. One of Albuquerque's landmark features is the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway. For an unforgettable evening, punctuated by one of the most awe-inspiring views in the western United States, catch a ride on the tram to the top of the mountains where you can enjoy a sunset meal at the High Finance Restaurant. A drive past the opulent mansions that perch on the boulder strewn foothills of the mountains will take you to the hikers' mecca of Albuquerque. Elena Gallegos Park offers miles of trails through the sage and juniper hills. On the north end of the mountains, La Luz Trail winds to the soaring heights of Sandia Crest, where hang gliders ride the warm air currents that rise from the valley floor.

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Old Town

Albuquerque
United States
Whether you stroll through this historic district on your own, or take a tour with the Albuquerque Museum, Old Town is the perfect place to begin exploring The Duke City. At the heart of this district is the original central plaza that is lined with over 100 quaint little shops. Like everything else in Albuquerque, a visit to Old Town is a delightful mix of old and new, with sights that range from Civil War cannons to the Church of San Felipe de Neri. A stroll around the plaza will give you a glimpse into the rich history of the area as well as a taste of the artistic talents showcased in places like The Adobe Gallery. Stop in at The Candy Lady for a delectable chocolate. Go further back in time with a trip through the New Mexico Museum of Natural History, or satisfy your childlike curiosity in the Explora! Science Center.

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Old Town

Historic Old Town Plaza 303 Romero NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
United States
+1 505 243 3215
http://www.albuquerqueoldtown.com Take a walk through history around Albuquerque's original central plaza, the serene village that has been the focal point of community life since 1706. Quiet hidden patios, winding brick paths, gardens and balconies are waiting to be discovered. Wrought iron benches and adobe bancos (benches) beckon you to rest in the shade and watch people stroll. Unique items from around the world, as well as those distinctively Southwestern, can be found in more than 100 shops and boutiques.

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Paradise Hills Golf Club

Great golf course 10035 Country Club Lane Northwest
Albuquerque, NM 87114
United States
+1 505 898 7001 Paradise Hills Golf Club, an 18-hole championship course, is one of Albuquerque's finest public courses, specializing in corporate retreats and golf outings. A driving range attracts people interested in improving their accuracy. There are plenty of interesting bunkers, traps and greens for those new to the game and challenging situations for the hot-shot. A restaurant is available offering American and New Mexican fare along with a lounge and banquet facilities.

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Route 66

America's historic mother road 4508 17th CT Northwest
New Mexico Route 66 Association
Albuquerque, NM 87107
United States
+1 505 344 9330
http://www.2006route66festival... Route 66 was commissioned in 1926 and was finished just before World War II. Only parts of the original highway still exist, but there is a great trend to restore and maintain sections of this historic road. In Albuquerque, remnants of an age gone by still cling to life on what is now Central Avenue. You will find the Route 66 Diner, the Duran Drugstore, and the newly restored KiMo Theater.

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The Inn at Rio Rancho

Nice with mature landscaping 1465 Rio Rancho Blvd Southeast
Albuquerque, NM 87124
United States
+1 505 892 1700
http://www.bestwestern.com "Welcome to Rio Rancho" is what you see when arriving at The Inn at Rio Rancho. The fact that it was built in 1969, when the city was brand new, more than qualifies this hotel as the city's first motel. The property was renovated this past year, and it is still one of Rio Rancho's finest hotels. Elegant large guestrooms open up to several acres of lush mature landscaping. See if you can find the pet roadrunner scampering around the grounds.

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