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San Francisco de Assisi Mission Church, Taos

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San Francisco de Asís Mission Church is a historic and architecturally significant building on the main plaza of Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico. Originally the center of a small Mexican and Indian 18th Century agricultural community. Built between 1772 and 1816 replacing an earlier church in that location. New Mexico was then part of the Vice-Royalty of New Spain. It is a fine example of a New Mexico Spanish Colonial Church, and is a popular subject for artists. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1970.

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San Francisco de Assisi Mission Church reviews

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By travelD

Very beautiful and peaceful. I went at about 10 am and there were not many visitors yet. It was the first time I’ve ever seen real adobe, and the love and care that goes into maintaining the church...

Very beautiful and peaceful. I went at about 10 am and there were not many visitors yet. It was the first time I’ve ever seen real adobe, and the love and care that goes into maintaining the church... more »
By QuintenJ

Visit this church when in Taos, it's very special, the interior reminded me of Latinamerican churches.

Visit this church when in Taos, it's very special, the interior reminded me of Latinamerican churches. more »
By LAW64

Loved visiting this famous church. There was nobody around and we could go in by ourselves. It was really beautiful and well maintained. We came here from Taos on our way to Santa Fe. The Taos...

Loved visiting this famous church. There was nobody around and we could go in by ourselves. It was really beautiful and well maintained. We came here from Taos on our way to Santa Fe. The Taos... more »

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By Gregory Smith

Wonderful church with adobe architecture outside, hand carved wooden pieces inside. The more primitive, simple artwork around the altar area adds to the simple but elegant charm of this sacred place dating back to the eighteenth century.

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By Pete Carney

Oldest church in NM from the 1700s! Amazing history and sight to see and very friendly. The care taker was passing by and stopped and offers to take or photo. Try to get here early or late for the best light.

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By Vadim Solodukhin

Don't miss this XVIII century church that is also featured on the Ernest Blumenschein painting. On a sunny day you should be able to see a light cross produced by a sun shining through a lantern on a surrounding wall.

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By Kelly Geer

This church has stood the test of time. It is a quick stop just 10 minutes south of downtown Taos. Worth the short extra trip.

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By Kim Carley

Such a beautiful church. I actually went a second time, the following day. So peaceful.

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