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Visiting Roswell, NM


Known mostly through myths about aliens and UFOs, there's more to Roswell than mystery and innuendo. No matter what your interests: archaeological and historical sites, special and sporting events, museums, arts and culture, Roswell is a great place for a weekend jaunt. More than anything, the area offers a multitude of outdoor activities, from bird watching and fishing at the Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge to swimming and boating at Bottomless Lakes State Park. Families will love the... more » Known mostly through myths about aliens and UFOs, there's more to Roswell than mystery and innuendo. No matter what your interests: archaeological and historical sites, special and sporting events, museums, arts and culture, Roswell is a great place for a weekend jaunt. More than anything, the area offers a multitude of outdoor activities, from bird watching and fishing at the Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge to swimming and boating at Bottomless Lakes State Park. Families will love the Spring River Park and Zoo, which features a special fishing lake for children, exotic animals and an antique carousel. There's plenty to do inside as well. The Roswell Museum and Art Center will appeal to anyone with an interest in Southwestern painters like Peter Hurd and Henriette Wyeth. History enthusiasts will enjoy the Historical Center of Southeast New Mexico, a grand house filled with area antiques, artifacts and a changing gallery of historical exhibits. Of course a visit to Roswell would not be complete without a stop at the International UFO Museum and Research Center, where you can find out what really happened when "something" crashed near Roswell in 1947 or maybe not. « less

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Peppers Grill

Nov 23, 2009

I have been a regular customer at Pepper's Bar and Grill ever since it opened for service and to this day it is still one of my favorite places to go to eat or just have drinks. We recently had my...more

Peppers Grill

5 of 5 stars
Roswell, New Mexico USA
Nov 21, 2009

I have eaten at peppers for around 20 years. Peppers has not only been one of the longest family owned restraunt and lounges in Roswell but has been the best for the entire time! i have very fond...more

Mar-Y-Sol

5 of 5 stars
Bellingham, Washington
Nov 17, 2009

I drove right by Mar-Y-Sol as I couldn't tell if it was open or not. I'm glad that I turned around... The restaurant has converted a Sonic Drive-in into a fantastic Mexican restaurant. I got my order...more

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