Abo, New Mexico facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Abo, New Mexico
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 Abo, New Mexico
Location in New Mexico
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Torrance |
| Time zone | Mountain (MST) |
Abo is a small, unincorporated community in Torrance County, New Mexico. An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government. Abo is located right along U.S. Route 60.
This community is special because it's very close to a famous historic site. This site is also called Abo. It has old pueblo ruins and a mission from long ago. This historic site is so important that it's a National Historic Landmark. A post office was open in Abo for a few years, from 1910 to 1914.
What is Abo Like?
The area around Abo is known for its unique landscape. You'll see lots of red sandstone. This rock forms low, flat-topped hills called mesas. There are also cuts in the land made by streams.
Places Near Abo
Here are some communities located near Abo:
- Mountainair - About 7.2 miles northeast.
- Estancia - About 30.2 miles northeast.
- Belen - About 36 miles northwest.
- Moriarty - About 46.1 miles north-northeast.
- Los Lunas, New Mexico - About 46.4 miles northwest.
Getting Around Abo
You can reach Abo by road. There are also airports nearby.
Airports
- Estancia Municipal Airport - This is the closest regional airport. It's about 30.6 miles northeast of Abo.
- Albuquerque International Sunport - This is the closest major airport. It's about 67 miles north-northwest of Abo.
Highways
- U.S. Route 60 - This major highway runs right next to the Abo community.
