Catholic
Historical Churches
San José de Gracia Church | Las Trampas
San José de Gracia Church in Las Trampas is one of New Mexico’s best examples of 18th century Spanish Colonial architecture.
Historical Churches
Saint Francis de Paula Church | Tularosa
The Apache effectively thwarted two initial attempts to settle in the Tularosa area. Initially, a small group of men from the Las Cruces, Doña...
Historical Churches
Basilica of San Albino
Established by order of the Mexican government in 1851, the Basilica of San Albino is one of the oldest parishes in the Mesilla Valley.
Historical Churches
San Francisco de Asís Church
Spanish settlers established small communities in the Taos valley, south of Taos Pueblo, after the Spanish reconquest of the region in 1692. Ranchos de...
Historical Churches
Father Albert Braun and the St. Joseph Apache Mission
Unlike many of the missions in New Mexico, St. Joseph Apache Mission in Mescalero was a labor of love, built as a gift to...
New Mexico Spanish Missions
Spanish Missions in New Mexico
New Mexico has an abundance of Spanish missions. Far more people are aware of California’s missions, many of which have been well preserved; however,...
New Mexico Spanish Missions
San José de los Jémez Mission
When the Spanish arrived, they built a mission to convert the community, the San José de los Jémez Mission. The Pueblo of Jémez is...
Historical Churches
Santuario de Chimayo
El Santuario de Chimayó is a small Catholic church about 25 miles north of Santa Fe. The church itself is a beautiful example of Spanish...
Recent
High Road To Taos
The High Road to Taos is a scenic route through the Sangre de Cristo mountains, passing through pueblos and historic Spanish settlements.
Popular
The Pueblo Revolt of 1680
The Pueblo Revolt of 1680 was one of the most significant events in New Mexico’s history. The revolt wasn’t successful in terms of permanently...
Lodging
Hotel Luna Mystica | Taos
Hotel Luna Mystica is a vintage trailer hotel and starlight campground in the vast Mesa of Taos, one of the most mystical locations on...
Adventures & Experiences
Cumbres Toltec Scenic Railroad
In an era of fast-paced, perpetual connectivity, the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad provides an opportunity to disconnect, to step back into the raw,...
Dining
Where To Grab A Great Green Chile Cheeseburger
In New Mexico is known for chile and most residents have an affinity for piquant peppers. The state question is "red or green." In...