TAOS PUEBLO

Founded by Native Americans over 800 years ago, the Pueblo of Taos has become one of the symbols of Indian culture in New Mexico. Proof of its importance, the site is even listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Now, tourism has become an important source of income for its inhabitants. The site is indeed not free, but its beauty will not make you regret for a moment the outlay. In the heart of the village, you can take a guided tour and discover the local way of life. The adobe buildings and other typical structures will take you back in time. To protect the privacy of the locals, you'll be asked not to take photos. Some streets are even off-limits to tourists, proof that life is still very much alive in this pueblo, even if we remain sceptical about some of the scenes we see, which are closer to a tourist attraction than a real-life scene. At the same time, there are plenty of stores open to tourists, selling local art and Taos-made dishes. You won't regret this little detour, which is worth all the museums on the subject. This is where the Taos art colony really began, in 1898. You'll understand why the locals are so keen to promote local art and show off its richness.