New Mexico's natural landscapes, architecture and  sunsets, provide the perfect background for the  history and proud heritage that exist in the "Land of Enchantment". The unique blend of Native American, Mexican, Spanish and Western cultural influences helped New Mexico to develop a colorful and distinctive spirit.

There is no other state with so many national parks dedicated to Native Indian civilizations. From Bandelier in Los Alamos to the ancestral Pueblo Indian ruins in Aztec to Chaco Culture National Historical Park , the whole state has many places where you can learn about this important cultural heritage. Plan to visit one of the 19 pueblos, the Navajo Nation, or one of the Apache nations.

Taos Pueblo is the only living Native American community designated both a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and a National Historic Landmark. The Taos people have been in the area for over 1000 years, although the village has been moved several times. The current eye-catching adobe structures date back to the early 1800s. Some of these buildings are four stories high and ladders are used to reach the upper floors and the roofs. Also in the mountains near Taos you can find skiing at several ski resorts. World 66 Travel Guide