Quick Summary: The small village of Chimayo in New Mexico is a great place for people seeking a unique destination with a small-town feel and a historic, cultural vibe. Almost like it’s frozen in time, Chimayo is well known for its miraculous religious sites, including El Santuario de Chimayo. The village is also a place to sample the regional cuisine at local eateries, such as Rancho de Chimayo, as well as somewhere to find one-of-a-kind handcrafted items and folkart at places like the El Potrero Trading Post Ortega's Weaving Shop.


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El Santuario de Chimayo

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Ortega's Weaving Shop

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El Potrero Trading Post

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Santa Cruz Lake Recreation Area

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Rancho de Chimayo

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