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title: "13 Stunning Sunsets in the U.S. You Need to See at Least Once – Santa Fe Spotlight"
url: https://lafondasantafe.com/13-stunning-sunsets-in-the-u-s-you-need-to-see-at-least-once-santa-fe-spotlight/
author: "bandersson@lafondasantafe.com"
date: 2026-03-03
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# 13 Stunning Sunsets in the U.S. You Need to See at Least Once – Santa Fe Spotlight

# 13 Stunning Sunsets in the U.S. You Need to See at Least Once – Santa Fe Spotlight

In a recent feature highlighting Santa Fe as the oldest state capital in the United States — celebrated for its rich Indigenous and Spanish colonial heritage, distinctive Pueblo-style architecture, and dramatic mountain landscapes — **La Fonda on the Plaza** is recognized as a must-visit destination.

The article recommends sunset cocktails at the **Bell Tower Bar**, where sweeping rooftop views capture the magic of the city against the surrounding high desert and mountains.

For those eager to explore beyond the Plaza, a hike to **Picacho Peak** offers panoramic views stretching from the city skyline to the **Sangre de Cristo Mountains** in the distance and the **Sandia Mountains** beyond.

[Read Article Here](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/travel/g69936114/places-to-watch-the-sunset-in-the-u-s/)



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