The Sublime Salinas: A 500-year-old trade hub tucked in New Mexico's

Tucked in the wavy hills of New Mexico, Abó is an integral part of a four-set ensemble known as the Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument. About 9 miles (14 km) west of Mountainair, this antique village dates back to the 14th century. For the Tompiro-speaking Tanoans who considered it their turf, life was all about agriculture, with their location offering handy access to salt stocks and huge bison herds. Spanish missionary activity commenced at Abó in 1622, with the first chapel constructed in 1629.

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