New Mexico has a diverse cultural history, drawing from Native American, Spanish, and American influences. The state flag and cuisine reflect the blending of these cultures. Red and green chile peppers are iconic to New Mexico's cuisine. The state's music also draws from Native American, Spanish, and African traditions. Traditional adobe architecture continues to be used in some Native American pueblos, which have been continuously inhabited for hundreds of years. The blending of these diverse cultures makes New Mexico's cultural heritage unique among U.S. states.