Roswell, New Mexico: 144 Miles SE of Albuquerque

Roswell is a city in Chaves County, southeastern New Mexico, USA. It lies approximately 144 miles (234 km) southeast of Albuquerque, the state capital. The area is part of the Chihuahuan Desert region, known for the 1947 "Roswell Incident" (UFO lore) and as a hub for agriculture, dairy, and aerospace.