El Santuario de Chimayó is a one-of-a-kind, historic Roman Catholic church complex in northern New Mexico, rumored to possess healing powers originating from the holy dirt distributed in one of its shrines. Mysteries aside, the iconic shrine with thick adobe walls is one of the best-preserved examples of Spanish Colonial architecture in New Mexico and…
Bandelier National Monument is located in northern New Mexico, about 15 miles south of Los Alamos and 44 miles west of Santa Fe. In addition to ancient ruins and cave dwellings, there are numerous trails here that showcase the monument’s diverse landscape. Read on to discover the top hikes in Bandelier National Monument so that…
There is no better way to learn about the lives of Ancestral Puebloans than hitting the Pueblo Loop Trail (formerly known as the Main Loop Trail) in Bandelier National Monument, New Mexico. You’ll find an entire metropolis of Ancestral Pueblo dwellings here as well as other impressive remnants of this ancient civilization, all along a…
The Falls Trail in Bandelier National Monument, New Mexico is a peaceful trail that follows Frijoles Creek along Frijoles Canyon, bringing you to a waterfall viewpoint. Unlike other nearby trails, the Falls Trail has no archeological sites to view, but it has other things going for it and is no less unique! Falls Trail –…
While Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico is a fascinating place and a great opportunity to learn about the Ancestral Pueblo culture, the Alcove House Trail in Bandelier National Monument goes the extra mile. I mean, the extra 140 feet to be exact! Alcove House Trail – Bandelier National Monument Type: Out-and-backDistance: 1-2 miles (round…
The Tsankawi Ruins Trail in New Mexico is a real gem. And that, my friends, is an understatement. This hike is technically part of Bandelier National Monument, but don’t bother trying to find it in the main section of Bandelier. This unique hike is located in a detached part of the park called Tsankawi (some…