Belen, Railroad city in Valencia County, New Mexico, United States
Located at an elevation of 1466 meters, Belen sits along the Rio Grande Valley with fertile farmlands producing berries, grapes, and alfalfa.
Founded in 1740 as Nuestra Senora de Belen by Spanish colonists led by Diego Torres and Antonio Salazar to protect against Apache raiders.
The Harvey House Museum, established in a 1901 building, preserves the legacy of railroad dining services and the women who worked there.
Three interstate exits from I-25, multiple state highways, BNSF Railway, and Rail Runner provide transportation access to this Valencia County center.
The Through the Flower Art Space exhibits works by artist Judy Chicago while promoting educational programs for female artists.
Location: Valencia County
Inception: 1740
Elevation above the sea: 1,466 m
Part of: Albuquerque metropolitan area
Website: http://belen-nm.gov
GPS coordinates: 34.66556,-106.77611
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:50
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