New-Mexico Points of Interest

Tyounyi Pueblo


Tyounyi Pueblo, also known as Taos Pueblo, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in northern New Mexico. This unique attraction is a living Native American community that has been continuously inhabited for over 1,000 years.

Visitors to Tyounyi Pueblo can experience the rich history and culture of the Taos people through guided tours, art galleries, and shops that sell traditional crafts and jewelry. The tour guides are members of the community and offer an authentic perspective on the pueblo's history, traditions, and daily life.

One of the main attractions at Tyounyi Pueblo is the multi-storied adobe dwellings, which are considered to be some of the oldest continuously inhabited buildings in North America. These structures are made without the use of modern equipment and have withstood the test of time, making them a remarkable engineering feat.

The Taos people are known for their art and visitors can see and purchase traditional pottery, jewelry, and textiles that are handmade using traditional techniques. The art galleries and shops provide an opportunity to support the local economy and take home a unique souvenir.

In addition to the historic structures and traditional art, visitors can attend cultural events such as the annual Pow Wow, which features dance, music, and food. The pueblo also hosts a variety of other events throughout the year, providing visitors with an opportunity to experience the rich cultural heritage of the Taos people.

Overall, Tyounyi Pueblo is a must-visit attraction for those interested in Native American history, culture, and art. The unique structures, traditional crafts, and cultural events offer a glimpse into a way of life that has persevered for centuries. Get driving directions.
TYOUNYI PUEBLO

Points of Interest
Location
200 Year Old Ponderosa Pine Tree
24 inch Ledge on trail
Alcove
Alcove House
Back Gate Guard Station
Battleship Bunker - Creutz Test TA-18-5
Battleship Bunker - Magnetic Method TA-18-2
Beginning of Ridge Trail Section
Beginning of The Narrows
Bench Area with Interpretive Sign
Big Kiva
Cave Loop \ Slot Canyon Trail Fork
CCC Historic District
Civilian Conservation Corps Exhibit
Dead tree snag across trail
East Road Drainage Structure
Entering BLM Land
Fallen Boulder Across Trail
Frijolito Pueblo
Gun Site TA-8-1; TA-8-2; TA-8-3; TA-8-172
K-Site TA-11-1; TA11-2; TA11-3
KKTR National Monument Informative Sign
KKTR National Monument Interpretive Sign
KKTR National Monument West Informative Sign
Long House
Painted Cave
Pond Cabin TA-18-29
Q-Site TA-14-6
Road to Veterans Memorial Scenic Overlook
Rock Terraces Across Trail
S-Site TA-16-58
Shelter Cave
Slot Canyon Entrance Bench Area
Slot Canyon National Rec Trail Scenic Overlook
Slotin Building TA-18-1
Switchback on Road to Veterans Memoral Overlook
Talus House
Tee-Pee Garden
The Concrete Bowl TA-6-37
The Narrows
The Quonset Hut TA-22-1
Tyounyi Pueblo
Typical Trail Along Ridge Section
Typical Trail Below Fault B
Typical trail west of The Narrows
Tyuonyi Overlook
V-Site TA-16-516 and TA-16-517
Veterans Memorial Scenic Overlook
West Road Drainage Structure
White Rock County Visitor Center
Yapashi

Nearby Camping
Location Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Juniper - Bandelier National Monument 66 6,673 ft
Cochiti - Cochiti Lake 60 5,543 ft
Tetilla Peak - Cochiti Lake 51 5,553 ft