Taos, New Mexico
Taos, New Mexico
Coming north along Hwy 68, I saw the small town sprawl that is Taos, in the horizon. Again, wishing I had more time and resources to have a lengthy visit at this mountainous retreat. I’m also very interested in visiting the Taos Pueblo again and see their ceremonies.
Taos, New Mexico
“The Enchanted Circle”
~ An Indian Pueblo
~ A Spanish Village
~ An Art Colony
~ An Alpine Resort.
Just as all the guides proclaim, the drive to Taos does really take your breath away as you meander around the curves and hills through the mountains, hills, and gorges that is “Taos”. Especially during fall as is the season I’m making my travels through this region. I have tons of childhood stories exploring this region that I’ll hopefully find time to resurrect in the future. This to me is an even more “artsy” settlement than that of Sante Fe, its nearest big city about an hour away. An incredible array of art, architecture, cuisines, and outdoor fun will greet you as you visit this lair of enchantment. From history of the Pueblo Indians, to Spanish explorers, just like Santa Fe, this city is like no place in the world … a unique blend of the first inhabitants, Puebloan art, and Spanish Settlement to that of modern art meets Southwestern pizazz. Taos county consists of several smaller communities located within a 50 square mile area. The guides state that the population density is 9.8 people per square mile. Here the forests will enchant you, the snowdrifts will dazzle you, the crimson arrays of fall foriage will mesmerize you, and the stars you can see in the clear night skies will spin you in awe. Well known for its skiing and winter sports, Taos is a place for every outdoor enthusiast.
As I drove into Taos, I stopped off at the first rock shop I saw and inquired about the Faerie crosses. Apparently I missed the Gem and Mineral guide’s hunting location along 68 by the horseshoe bend … just 33 miles north of Pilar. Apparently the internet resource I had for hunting locations mixed up highway 64 and 68. Geesh. So I bought a few of the enchanted “X” crosses. The celtic crosses were too much. I’ll come back sometime in the near future to go hunting.
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