Spanish Colonialism
New Mexico History
History of Taos
History of Taos | 1000+ years of ongoing human habitation. The Spanish settled next to Taos Pueblo, with artists joining in the early 1900s.
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.
New Mexico Communities
The Allure of Abiquiú
Spanish and Genízaro settlers established the Santa Rosa de Lima de Abiquiú on top of the ruins of a prehistoric Tewa Pueblo, P’efu in 1744.
Adventures & Experiences in New Mexico
Taos Pueblo
The World Heritage Society recognized Taos Pueblo as one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world in 1992.
New Mexico Communities
Acoma Sky City
Acoma Sky City is one of the oldest communities in North American, occupied by the Acoma people for approximately one thousand years.
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 National Monuments
El Morro
El Morro is an oasis on the arid plains of western New Mexico. A natural water cache at the base of the mesa has...
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...
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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.
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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...