Las Cruces, County seat in New Mexico, United States.
Las Cruces sits along the Rio Grande at 1191 meters elevation, surrounded by agricultural lands producing cotton and pecans through irrigation systems.
The settlement emerged in 1849 following the Mexican-American War, becoming an important crossroads for travelers between El Paso and the northern territories.
New Mexico State University, established in 1888, forms the educational center of the city and maintains a substantial research presence in agriculture and engineering.
The city operates 87 parks, 18 tennis courts, and 4 golf courses, with a farmers market running every Wednesday and Saturday in the downtown area.
The city connects directly to White Sands Missile Range and White Sands National Monument, combining military research facilities with natural desert landscapes.
Location: Doña Ana County
Inception: 1849
Elevation above the sea: 1,191 m
Shares border with: Doña Ana
Website: https://lascruces.gov
GPS coordinates: 32.31403,-106.77981
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:04
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Organ Needle
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Mesilla Plaza
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Rio Grande Theatre
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Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park
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Cathedral of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
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Wells Fargo Tower
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Alameda-Depot Historic District
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Mesilla Park Elementary School
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Rio Grande Bridge at Radium Springs
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L.B. Bentley General Merchandise
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Frank and Amelia Jones House
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Hadley-Ludwick House
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Nestor Armijo House
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Dona Ana Village Historic District
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Mesilla Park Historic District
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Old Doña Ana County Courthouse
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