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Nambé Pueblo

Located 18 miles (29 km) north of Santa Fe off U.S. 84/285 and N.M. 503, Nambé Pueblo sits at the base of the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Nambé, a Tewa-speaking pueblo, was established around the 1300s and served as the primary cultural and religious center for the Pueblo people. It was nearly destroyed when the Spanish conquerors arrived in the New Mexico. Today, there are about 1,764 people living at the pueblo.

Nambé Pueblo is a popular stop for visitors seeking beauty and recreation in the stunning foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Nambé Falls Recreation Area, (505) 455-2304, located above the pueblo, offers swimming, lake fishing, a stunning double-drop waterfall and camping for a modest fee. The July 4th Nambé Falls Ceremonial, which includes dances and an arts and crafts fair, is a popular festivity for both pueblo dwellers and tourists. On October 4, the pueblo honors San Francisco de Asís, also the patron saint of Santa Fe.

On the way to Nambé Pueblo, stop off at one of the several artist studios and behold Nambé pottery and silver. There's a fee for photography, sketching or tape/video recording. Guided tours offer a view of the pueblo's buffalo herd through Buffalo Tours, and young Buffalo Dancers will perform upon advance request. Call for prices and information at (505) 455-2036.

Nambé Pueblo
Rt. 1 Box 117-BB
Santa Fe, NM 87506
Phone: (505) 455-2036
www.nambefalls.com

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