Taos Pueblo Village

Taos Pueblo Village, USA

From series “Famous Unesco Sites in North America”

Many travelers are attracted to the United States by an opportunity to explore the authentic Indian settlement. One of such places is the Taos Pueblo. It is located in New Mexico, near the town of Taos. The Taos Pueblo community is considered one of the most hidden and conservative in the country. The main symbol of the settlement is a multi-storey residential complex built of clay. It divides the Rio Pueblo river into two parts.

Taos Pueblo Village, USA
9 out of 15 - Independence Hall, USA 10 out of 15 - Earliest 16-Century Monasteries on the Slopes of Popocatepetl, Mexico 11 out of 15 - Rideau Canal, Canada 12 out of 15 - Chaco Culture National Historical Park, USA 13 out of 15 - Taos Pueblo Village, USA 14 out of 15 - Pre-Hispanic City of Teotihuacan, Mexico 15 out of 15 - Precolumbian Chiefdom Settlements with Stone Spheres of the Diquis, Costa Rica
Taos Pueblo Village, USA According to historical data, the complex could be built between the 11th and 15th centuries AD. Now, more than a hundred people are living in it. The main value of the community are the unique cultural traditions that have remained unchanged for hundreds of years. Details of Indian life settlement are shrouded by a veil of secrecy. It’s not easy to enter the territory of the reserve.

In course of ordinary excursions, travelers can admire the settlement from afar. Its territory is surrounded by a protective wall. Even from a distance, you can see a lot of unusual things including the legendary multi-storey building, the old cemetery and the river, which hundreds of years ago has attracted people to these places. Some cultural traditions of the community are known to historians and researchers. Above all, its residents appreciate the interests and prosperity of the tribe. They honor the family tradition. Thus, each of the families in the community of Taos Pueblo has to live in a separate home. Sharing a place even with blood relatives is against rules. Next - Pre-Hispanic City of Teotihuacan

Chaco Culture National Historical Park, USA Chaco Culture National Historical Park, USA
Chaco Culture National Historical Park, USA Pre-Hispanic City of Teotihuacan, Mexico
Pre-Hispanic City of Teotihuacan, Mexico Pre-Hispanic City of Teotihuacan, Mexico

Re-use of this article is allowed. A valid link to www.orangesmile.com is obligatory.

Taos Pueblo Village - interactive map

Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'Centinel Bank' located in 3.22 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Enterprise Rent-A-Car' is located in 8 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'GIANT' in 2.74 km
Supermarket: 'Cid's Food Market' in 3.26 km
Parking: 'Free Parking lot' in 4.3 km
Apotheek: 'Ancient Rituals Apothecary' in 2.92 km
Police station: 'Crime Stoppers' in 4.09 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Tiwa Kitchen Restaurant' in 0.44 km

Nearest unique sightseeing spots to visit

Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
105 km - Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
Dangerous railroads are a distinctive feature of the state of Colorado, the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad is one of them. This narrow gauge railroad was built in 1880 and linked the towns of Chama, New Mexico and Antonio, Colorado. The major threats that await for …
Valles Caldera
108 km - Valles Caldera
Valles Caldera is situated on the territory of New Mexico, the USA. Its length is 22 kilometres. This supervolcano has formed about one and half of million years ago. Today the territory around the volcano is a national park. Fumarole springs are the main peculiarity …
Scientology Church Storage
141 km - Scientology Church Storage
Scientology is a great international movement, the founder of which is the American fantasy writer Ron Hubbard. The movement is based on a system of pseudo-scientific ideas and principles that describe peculiarities of man's mind as well as its interaction with the …
Chaco Culture National Historical Park
220 km - Chaco Culture National Historical Park
The National Historical Park in Chaco Canyon in New Mexico is one of the most important sites in the world in terms of archeology. The park is about 137 square km. Researchers found that Chaco Canyon was a flourishing center of the Anasazi culture. Archaeologists …
Royal Gorge Bridge
225 km - Royal Gorge Bridge
At the moment is the highest place for bungee jumping in the USA, in the small town of Canyon City. Here is the famous bridge of the King's Gorge, which is located over the Arkansas River at the height of 321 meters. The enormous height, the stormy river and the …
Kokopelli Cave
235 km - Kokopelli Cave
Located in Farmington, not far from the US-Mexico border, Hotel Kokopelli Cave Bed and Breakfast is one of the most original and remarkable five-star hotels in the world. Its founder and owner is former geologist Bruce Bdak. After the retirement he longed for his work …
Secure Connection
OrangeSmile B.V.
Head office:
Weegschaalstraat 3
Eindhoven, 5632 CW
Netherlands
+31 40 40 150 44


Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | About us
Copyright © 2002 - OrangeSmile Tours B.V. | OrangeSmile.com | OrangeSmile.com | Under the direction and management of IVRA Holding B.V. - Registered at Kamer van Koophandel (KvK), The Netherlands No. 17237018