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Madrid is a charming artist's community in Santa Fe County, located within the northeastern end of the Sandia Mountains just outside the city of Santa Fe. The city, which sits along the beautiful Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway, is technically classed as a ghost town due to its low population, but comes alive throughout the summer months as one of the Santa Fe region's top art destinations. Lovely art galleries and shops line New Mexico State Road 14, the town's main thoroughfare. Visitors can explore restored mining town-era attractions like the Miner's Amusement Hall or peruse delightful exhibits at the city's Coal Mining Museum. Dilapidated buildings on the city's outskirts are purportedly haunted, including the former Mine Shaft Tavern, many of which are believed to be haunted by the famed La Llorona spirit of Mexican legend. During the winter months, the town hosts its annual Christmas lighting event, which showcases spectacular light displays and nativity scenes.

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