Pilgrimage to Santuario de Chimayo and Nambe Falls — To whoever is not listening to the sea

We didn't really take a pilgrimage to this Catholic church and shrine we just visited. However, it is an official pilgrimage site and receives 300,000 visitors a year, some who walk up to 300 miles to get there.

The church was originally built by the family who owned the land in the early 19th century. It is known for an unending well of dirt, where a crucifix was found in 1810. The dirt is felt to have healing powers and in visiting the area it's clear that many people come there to find solace. There are Native, Spanish, American and even Vietnamese shrines on the property.

Three culture statue: Spanish, Native and American Rancher

Our Lady of Lavang.  Lavang is a forest in Vietnam where Catholics took refuge in the early 19th century. — Our Lady of Lavang. Lavang is a forest in Vietnam where Catholics took refuge in the early 19th century.

Nambe Falls

On the way home, we visited the Nambe Pueblo to see the Nambe Falls. It's tucked away around a corner, so you can't see from far away, but it's worth the hike up. It's powerful due to the damn above it. You can also hike in the creek below to swim...it's chilly!