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South West States

An El Paso Landmark

At the heart of El Paso's revitalized downtown is the elegant Camino Real Hotel, a national historical landmark built in 1912 – a stunning testament to El Paso's colorful past.

Listed in the National Historical Register, the Camino Real has been El Paso's grand hotel for 90 years (in a previous life it was called Hotel Paso del Norte).

Drawn to El Paso by its magical name "Pass of the North", the hotel's builder, Zach T. White, opened the hotel in 1912 with a lavish ball. It was hailed as the "Showplace of the West." And it still is.

The hotel became the headquarters for cattlemen and ranchers. The Paso del Norte claimed that more heads of cattle were bought or sold in its lobby than at any other single location in the world.

Over the years, the hotel has undergone several remodelings.

Discover El Paso: the cultural crossroads where three states and two nations converge. Easy to get to from any of three major Interstates – I-10, I-20 or I-25 – El Paso is on your way to everywhere.

With over 300 days of sunny weather visitors can enjoy the outdoors on a bike ride through El Paso's poppy-filled Franklin Mountains or experience a breathtaking view from 7,000 feet in the air on the Wyler Aerial Tramway. As you travel beyond the high mountains and discover its wide-open vistas you will discover the heart of El Paso.

El Paso is the birthplace of America’s Southwest and celebrates over four centuries of rich history and culture which is well documented in public exhibits, performances, and attractions.

Step back in time and experience some of the history El Paso embodies. Travel down the oldest road in the US, the “Camino Real”, and visit three of the oldest missions in the Southwest (San Elizario Presidio, Socorro and Ysleta).

Walk through Concordia Cemetery’s "Boot Hill", where the infamous gunfighter John Wesley Hardin is buried, or take a walking tour of the historical architectural landmarks and sites of El Paso’s downtown.

While downtown, experience some of its charm as the cultural center of the Southwest. Listen to its world-class symphony, experience some of El Paso’s outdoor musical extravaganzas and cultural festivals and take some time to explore many of the city's museums and galleries.

Don’t forget to enter the newly renovated Historic Plaza Theatre and rekindle the 1930’s glamour that once existed in this unique atmospheric theatre. As one of the few remaining atmospheric theatres from the 1930’s, the theatre closed in 1973 but has undergone a $38-million restoration.

The international experience is just minutes away. Visitors can hop on a trolley across the US/Mexico border to shop and take in the sights and sounds of El Paso's neighbors to the south.

Also minutes away from El Paso, you will find New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment. As you head north toward New Mexico, take a relaxing drive up Old Juan de Onate Trail, the same trail traveled by Spanish explorers in 1598. Treat yourself to a glass of wine at one of the wineries along the way.

You’ll need plenty of energy for the myriad of activities you’ll find in the city. There’s no better way to refuel than with some authentic Mexican food from one of over 200 family-owned restaurants. And when the sun has painted the Southwestern sky in hues of purple and orange, find rest and relaxation in one of over 8,000 hotel rooms.

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