The
Taos Pueblo has reopened for the 2013 / 2014 season! The
Taos Pueblo is a delightful day trip destination for our guests at
Casa Escondida Bed & Breakfast.
Casa Escondida is a
Taos area B&B, which is located in historic
Chimayo, New Mexico (just 55 minutes south of Taos, on the High Road to Taos). The historic
Taos Pueblo is a common
New Mexico travel destination, which is situated at the base of the sacred and picturesque Taos Mountain. We you arrive at the
Taos Pueblo, take the time to partake in the
guided walking tour that is included with your paid entry fee. You will see that not much has changed since the first Spanish explorers arrived there in 1540. This is a great opportunity to learn about the history and the culture of the
Taos Pueblo people, many of which are
New Mexico artists. You will discover beautiful handcrafted wares (tanned buckskin moccasins, pow wow drums, sculpture, paintings, jewelry, pueblo pottery, beadwork and more). Many of these Pueblo art forms require mastering skills that have been passed down through numerous generations. If you are really fortunate, you may be present for a
feast day or possibly observe a ceremonial dance. Remember that these dances are not for entertainment purposes. These are religious ceremonies for the pueblo people. Therefore, it is important that you offer the same respect as you would in your own church or within your own home. The next scheduled ceremonial dance is on
May 3rd, 2013. This will be the
Santa Cruz Dance. On
June 13th, 2013, you can observe the
San Antonio Feast Corn Dance. Pueblo feast days and ceremonial dances are held throughout the year. Your visit to the
Taos Pueblo will allow you to step back in time.
Taos Pueblo is considered to be the oldest, continuously inhabited community in the United States, having been occupied for over 1000 years! Even the present day structures in the pueblo are estimated to have been built between 1000 – 1450 A.D. Did you know that the
Taos Pueblo is the only living Native American community designated as both a
“World Heritage Site” AND a
"National Historic Landmark"? Their traditions dictate that within the pueblo walls, no electricity or running water is allowed. Admission to the pueblo is only $10 per person. The pueblo is open 7 days a week, with guided tours starting at 9 AM. So when you think about the things to do in
Taos, New Mexico, put the
Taos Pueblo visit at the top of your list.You can contact
Casa Escondida B&B by phone or visit the
Casa Escondida B&B website to
check room availability or
inquire about a reservation.
Casa Escondida Bed & Breakfast is a
green bed & breakfast that also offers
pet-friendly lodging for your
New Mexico vacation. We look forward to assisting you with your pueblo adventure, during your stay at our
New Mexico bed & breakfast.
Taos, NM is a common vacation daytrip while a guest at Casa Escondida Bed & Breakfast. During your outing to Taos, be sure to visit "La Hacienda de los Martinez" (a living history museum). It is truly like stepping back in time! It is one of the few remaining “Great Homes” of the American Southwest. Casa Escondida B&B is a Taos area bed and breakfast, which is located in historic Chimayo, NM (just 55 minutes south of Taos, on the "High Road to Taos"). La Hacienda de los Martinez was built in 1804, during the Spanish Colonial period. It was the last stop on El Camino Real (the Royal Road to Mexico City), which was a well-traveled trade route that connected northern New Mexico to Mexico City. Due to this, La Hacienda de los Martinez was not only a significant family homestead, farm and ranch but also a thriving trade center. La Hacienda de los Martinez is now a vibrant living history museum. The 21 rooms and 2 courtyards of this massive, hand-crafted adobe structure gives visitors a glimpse into what life was like in the early 1800s. In addition to tours, exhibitions, programs, and cultural events, there are also regularly scheduled demonstrations at the museum. These present the traditional arts and crafts of the northern New Mexico. La Hacienda de los Martinez is located in Taos, NM at 708 Hacienda Rd. Visitors are welcome Monday - Saturday from 10 AM – 5 PM and on Sunday from Noon – 5 PM. Winter visitors should contact them to obtain their winter hours. Entry is only $8 (under 16 is $4) and children under 5 are FREE! If you plan on visiting the Hacienda de los Martinez AND the Blumenschein Home and Museum, then consider purchasing a "SAVER CARD" for just $12 (a $4 savings). La Hacienda de los Martinez is listed on the "National Register of Historic Places" and it is just 1 of 5 museums that make up the Museum Association of Taos. Casa Escondida B&B is the ideal New Mexico vacation rental to base out of for your New Mexico retreat or a romantic New Mexico getaway. Contact us to check room availability or to inquire about a reservation. Casa Escondida B&B is a green bed and breakfast that also offers pet-friendly lodging in 4 of our 8 guest rooms. Casa Escondida B&B is happy to assist you in planning your New Mexico adventure. We look forward to having you as our guest!
