Old Acoma "Sky City"
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leadhiker
N 35° 04.602 W 107° 33.385
13S E 266913 N 3884538
This New Mexico OSHM is just north of I-40 at exit 102.
Waymark Code: WMBPDF
Location: New Mexico, United States
Date Posted: 06/09/2011
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Legend describes Acoma as a "place that always was". Archeological evidence shows it has been occupied since at least the 13th century. Established on this mesa for defensive purposes, Acoma was settled by inhabitants of nearby pueblos which had been abandoned. Nearly destroyed by the Spanish in 1599, Acoma was quickly reestablished by ancestors of it present occupants.
History:: Not listed
Link to History,Plaque or Sign:: Not listed
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