Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument
Because there was no further resettlement after the Spaniards and the Tompiro and Tewa Indians abandoned the site in the late 17th century, the masonry ruins are remarkably intact. A visitor center is near Mountainair, on US 60 a block west of SR 55, and is open daily 8-5. All three pueblo sites open daily 9-6, Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day; 9-5, rest of year. Sites closed Jan. 1, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Free. Phone (505) 847-2585.