Get out and about, visit at...
by tizfabius
Get out and about, visit at least one Native American community, if only to buy art or artifacts from them directly (and know your money is supporting their business, not some middleman)- and to see the shocking contrast of how they have been forced to live in comparison with most of us well-off tourists. You can't leave Santa Fe without immersing yourself in the history of the place, however briefly. It's sobering and poignant. Fabulous scenery, adobe architecture (yes, even the fake stuff is lovely to look at!), bunches of chillis hanging outside houses, that big blue sky.
Rich in Hispanic and Native...
by jeanllehman
Rich in Hispanic and Native American culture and history. There are also a multitude of art galleries with openings - mostly on friday nights. Walking Canyon Road and gallery hopping on a Friday evening will provide you with a wide variety of art experiences.
Hidden Courtyard of Sena Plaza
by AlbuqRay
There are many hidden courtyards in Santa Fe. Sena Plaza is one of them. Originally the conquistador, Alfrez Diego de Guiros, received the parcel of land as a reward for his assistance in the re-conquest of Santa Fe after the Pueblo Revolt of 1690. In 1796, Don Juan Sena and his wife bought the land when Santa Fe was still part of Mexico. In the 1830's, Don Juan and his son, Major Jose Sena started building the structure that exists today. It eventually had 33 rooms to house Don Juan's 23 children and their families.
Sena Plaza is located to the northeast of the main Plaza near The Shed Restaurant at 125 East Palace Avenue. It has several shops and its own restaurant, La Casa Sena. However, it is a quiet refuge away from the bustle around the main Plaza.
Tour the internationally know...
by jeanllehman
Tour the internationally know Santa Fe Opera House then, if it's a weekend, hop over to Trader Jack's flea market with an amazing array of goods from local artisans to garage sale items, to treasures from Mexico, Peru & Africa.
Cheapest in Town!
by SFHulaGIrl about Five & Dime General Store
This is the best place in town (or at least the Plaza area) to buy postcards, spices, T-shirts, or other souvenirs. As an added plus, there's a food counter in the back! Get the Fritos pie for $3.95!! Most postcards were 5 for $1.00.
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The Chuck Jones Gallery
Outside altar, El Santuario de Chimayó
Twins enjoying the plaza in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Religious art, Canyon road, Santa Fe
