Taos Pueblo: New Mexico’s 1,000 Year Old Masterpiece

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[@geographicstravel]

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[@DarthAwar]

Wow I just learned to respect Nixon a little now wow

[@kevmccarthy8311]

Thanks for the Iron Maiden reference. A song lyric from 1982!

[@noerodriguezaguilar5872]

Geographics! La arquitectura es muy parecida a la de Paquime Chihuahua tienen alguna relación ? Saludos 👍🏽

[@nenarosebud658]

My mother was born and raised in Taos and grew up in the Pueblo. I've had quite a few opportunities to visit and it's been an incredible and emotional experience to get in touch with relatives and see where my grandma is buried. Thank you so much for making this video. ❤

[@dylanmurphy9389]

Amazing people who have gone through so much, I am from England and have alot of respect for all native Americans

[@ej6250]

I'm a Southern Paiute from a historical non- federally recognized tribe in Southern Nevada. When I was jumping around to wildland firefighting contractor companies over the years. I ended up with the Picuris Pueblo wildland crew one year. While with the crew, we got to work with most of the Pueblo Tribes. Getting invited to limited ceremonies and feasts over the year. Listening to their stories and history was amazing.

[@Nickalzz]

im sure its awesome to be in the included club but for 99% of us we wouldnt be treated so nicely.

[@andylikesyourkite]

I loved the stories and the people in the Pueblo festivals that I've had the privilege to be present for, being white I don't get invited to the most sacred and special events. I haven't gone to Taos, I've been to Ohkay Owingeh. They were so welcoming, and also hilarious. I hope to be invited again someday.

[@robertrodz9112]

You live close to The MOAPA VALLEY RESERVATION ?? ....I'm a native Texan but was raised in southern Nevadas MOAPA VALLEY !! Big hello from Mexico !! ✌🏻🍄💚🍄✌🏻

[@zyoninkiro]

As one who has Taos Pueblo ancestry, I thank you for this excellent breakdown of the pueblo and its history. It's one that few Americans know about.

[@Svensk7119]

Indeed. I, an avid American and historian amateur, have never heard of it 'til now.

[@zyoninkiro]

History books do not include the history of and background of Native Americans unless it affected Americans usually in a negative way. Example: Custer being wiped out out at the Battle of Little Bighorn. Of course those history books also don't tell you how much of an idiot Custer was. If folks want a good deep dive into Native history, the University of Oklahoma Press has published a good series of books about the Native people of North America.

[@pipasmr2011]

Hold on, did he just call spanish conquistador white? Lol

[@gregrobinette8620]

@@pipasmr2011 Spanish conquistadors were white.

[@jbach2002]

I have heard of it, but don’t know much of it. The main group I like studying is the Mississippian cause I’m in Georgia and there’s some Mississippian sites nearby, so I guess it slipped through my research.

[@Mooosey_]

Taos Pueblo and the entire region is very beautiful. Growing up in New Mexico I always adored visiting these places and always felt a sense of wonder and awe. Thank you for posting this.

[@rarri1982]

I'm from New Mexico as well and yes it is one of the hidden gems of the world! From the food to the natural beauty and just the culture in general New Mexico is an amazing place

[@Torres-bb4ey]

@@rarri1982 number 1 in violent crime. Number 1 in armed robbery. Number 1 in car theft. Number 1 in heroin usage. Ranked 50th in the nation to live. Like bro NM sucks ass aside from the food.

[@patarite]

505 checking in! Simon can make a whole playlist from NM vids

[@ZMagic121]

I'm from Taos. The Pueblo is a beautiful thing to see in person. Thank you for highlighting it.

[@pipasmr2011]

Hold on, did he just call spanish conquistador white? Lol

[@ZMagic121]

@@pipasmr2011 He did. Europeans are white. Just because they speak Spanish doesn't mean a thing. Have you ever met someone from Spain. They look pretty wite to me. My family have lived in New Mexico since the Spanish first arrived. And I don't consider myself Mexican.

[@gregrobinette8620]

@@pipasmr2011 Spanish were white.

[@perniciouspete4986]

Yes, mud is always beautiful.

[@skyden24195]

The most amazing aspect of this story, to me, really is that the Taos were not (permanently) driven from their land. The return of their sacred Blue Lake is definitely a bonus to this legacy.

[@pipasmr2011]

Hold on, did he just call spanish conquistador white? Lol

[@TUSK1157]

@@pipasmr2011 yes he did! He also basically called them "giant dicks". 😂

[@gregrobinette8620]

@@pipasmr2011 they were.

[@markmakallister4653]

@@pipasmr2011 Spain is in Europe weirdo

[@acdclife94]

@@pipasmr2011kkk sure is dumb Isn’t it

[@Bubbaist]

I had the pleasure of visiting Taos Pueblo a few years ago. If you’re in the area around May 1, the San Felipe Pueblo south of Taos has a religious festival every May first, and the public are invited. Just remember that you can’t take photos or videos. Also, it’s impolite to ask about their religion. It’s sad, but in the early 20th century, photos of Pueblo ceremonies were used in books about “savage customs.” Such books throughly distorted the Pueblo’s religion and culture in ways that sold more copies but twisted the actual Pueblo religion. Once they became aware of that, they banned cameras at their festivals.

[@nenarosebud658]

The earliest memory I have of going to Taos was seeing two tourist taking pictures of the graveyard where my grandmother is buried. Even as an eight-year-old, I knew that it was incredibly ignorant and disrespectful to do such a thing. I'm glad that cameras are banned.

[@professorlogos5459]

I live in New Mexico. I see stuff like that all the time. It’s very cool

[@TheBLGL]

Taos Pueblo is still closed due to Covid.

[@henrychinaski3720]

“Naked savages” would be more accurate

[@carlos_cub]

I am Picuris Pueblo and I appreciate shining light on my history and ancestors. We are proud of Grandfather Po'Pay and what we have managed to hold on to all this time. Pin, Wel-Ene'

[@roxanneharrison3774]

❤

[@davidhiatt1486]

A video about home! I live in Taos; the Pueblo is amazing and the people are awesome! One of the last cultures to hold on to and practice their traditions! The Pueblo itself is set on one of the most beautiful pieces of land in the world.

[@CumiaBites]

No one cares

[@davidhiatt1486]

@@CumiaBites a lot of people do actually. Keep your negativity to yourself haglet...thanks

[@joegallegos9109]

​@@CumiaBitesGo play in traffic. Do humanity a favor.

[@catboxvideo]

another fantastic video -.. great Iron Maiden reference --- Run to the Hillls... Run for your lives... as one whose ancestors were forcibly moved to Oklahoma and Texas = it is absolutely amazing that the Taos have always held onto their lands. Much respect. strength of the earth so apparent with in you all. ...

[@gearhead2255]

Glad I wasent the only one that caught that

[@catboxvideo]

@@gearhead2255that song has some serious lyrics, and written and performed by Brits that had a much clearer view of what happened than those raised in the territories where the atrocities happened. Wow the rantings of an old audiofile ;)

[@nukem8128]

Kinda cool seeing a place from the state you live in, especially when you constantly get glossed over or thinking we're part of Mexico 😂

[@nenarosebud658]

I can sympathize. I'm from Rhode Island and the number of times I've had to correct people and tell them that no, we are not actually part of New York lol

[@anghusmorgenholz1060]

Damn I still have relatives in Kentucky who are convinced we all live in teepees. My aunt asked if she needed a passport.

[@Blatsen]

I can relate to having to deal with ignorant stereotypes about one’s state. I live in Illinois and for some odd reason people think that all of Illinois is one big extension of Chicago. In reality, Illinois is nearly 400 miles long and most of its geography, culture, and economy is nothing like Chicago. Most of Illinois has a culture typical of small cities and towns and rural areas of the Midwest. The southernmost portion of Illinois actually has somewhat of a southern culture and even has large numbers of people who speak with southern accents. I live in the part of Illinois near St. Louis. Many St. Louisans think that Illinois is some distant and exotic land even though it’s immediately adjacent to their city and even though a portion of Illinois is very much a part of metro St. Louis.

[@CumiaBites]

@@Blatsen boohoo, wimp.

[@CumiaBites]

ARIZON INVENTED GREEN CHILI, FACT.

[@Pychonuant594]

Im a registered Taos Pueblo. Romero/Choncha. Thank you for making this video!!! Much luv.

[@ColtraneAndRain]

I was married at Taos Pueblo by a member of the tribe Aspen Song. It was an amazing ceremony. Beautiful people who I will never forget and forever cherish. It is magical. Must be protected at all costs.

[@TheSoonToBePurgedJackMeHoff55]

At all costs? So you'd die for it? Would you sacrifice your children for it? Didn't think so.

[@ColtraneAndRain]

@@TheSoonToBePurgedJackMeHoff55 the cost i speak of is preventing governmental over reach into their religion and culture. Would I fight for them? Absolutely. The cost of the many outweigh the cost of the few. You're pretty dense evidently.

[@guystudios]

Sounds absolutely wonderful.

[@bradlevantis913]

I appreciate the knowledge about Richard Nixon. It’s always good to be reminded that a person’s legacy can be complicated.

[@Saburi0504]

My family lived in Colorado for 3 years when I was a kid, my parents took us to Mesa Verde and other Pueblo ruins/cultural sites as well as museums. It’s an amazing culture and I’m very thankful my parents put an emphasis on teaching us about them.

[@SimpleRick22]

I've never been more excited for a video, thank you Simon for shining a light on the most special place on earth

[@simquicky3448]

Love the iron maiden reference in this one! Great video as usual. I for one bow down to our KZbin deity, factboy overlord and his triumphant beard of power. 🙇‍♂️

[@isaacrht5348]

Taoseno here great to see us being recognized always have loved Simons channels

[@eriggle83]

I have family that live very close to this and I've been there several times. Wonderful place with some amazing people.

[@DesperateDigger666]

As I spent a miserable second half of 2003 in Albuquerque, barely managing to get to New Madrid on the Fourth of July for a music festival and then up to Santa Fe, my experience of the State would clearly have been enriched by a visit to Taos Pueblo. Thank you for this eye opener. One caveat: you mentioned Roosevelt's involvement in the confiscation of important, indeed sacred lands. Although you pictured FDR, I'm sure you meant to reference Theodore Roosevelt, who was President at the time. FDR didn't become President until March, 1933.

[@samsmith2635]

love the Taos Pueblo Natives, I used to setup on the Rio Grande Gorge and sell my artwork on the side of the road with them every time i crossed the country to visit my sister in AZ.

[@jaredschwartz9341]

This is a awesome historical site with rich culture

[@MidnightArticuno]

Teddy Roosevelt established the national forest, not Franklin

[@golferorb]

Simon is going to have the record soon for most youtube play buttons lol.

[@Ghostvertigo]

All part of the grand plan for the take over, soon all of KZbin will be Simon's, their will be only Simon LOL

[@Liquid278]

He’s following the British empire’s dream, but in a good way

[@joycejames8461]

@@Ghostvertigo He's gradually conquering KZbin, one channel at a time. All hail our bearded leader!

[@thesuccessfulone]

He's definitely going to make a suit of armour out of them

[@pipasmr2011]

Hold on, did he just call spanish conquistador white? Lol

[@sebatolle8979]

i went on a school field trip to taos pueblo in 8th grade it was truly an amazing experience. it’s so well preserved and the people are the nicest. it’s amazing that it still stands and i hope it stands for 1000 years more

[@anghusmorgenholz1060]

What I love about the pueblos is the fact that to repair them they take the damaged/old bricks grind them up and make new ones. So the original earth used to make it is still in use today. Talk about a unbroken chain of history. Acoma sky city is the oldest occupied city in America. Well over 2500 years old. I have lived in NM most of my life it is a different land and I wouldn't live anywhere else.

[@ckandrew]

Taos (eta: Pueblo and surrounding area) is one of my favorite places on the planet.

[@SusanMihalic--Writer]

I live in Taos. (I discovered your channels earlier this year and watch at least one of your videos every day.) I've visited the Pueblo many times. It's an incredible place.

[@steveholland1163]

This need to be seen to understand this place is very impressive

[@Tobazhniazhi]

One of my favorite haute couture designers happens to be Patricia Michaels, a Taos native whose oeuvre reflects the authentic but ever changing beauty of her culture and environment. I'm sad that COVID has interrupted their forth of July powwow but I admire the resiliency of these great people as well as other Pueblos and tribes!

[@kingforaday8725]

I remember visiting Taos Pueblo as a kid the late 60's. I was pretty amazing. From my memory there were many little shops where you could buy things. Reminded me a lot of the shops in Warez, Mexico during the same time period. As I recall there was an entrance fee and a charge for each camera. Of course back them there was no such thing as digital photography, only film. If a picture was taken of a resident or their home you were expected to provide a gratuity. They would pose for you or with you. Some folks lived at the Pueblo and would open their home to anyone that wanted to come in. I remember you were also expected to provide a gratuity. Overall a wonderful experience that Ive never forgotten.

[@jeffbaker123]

“900 AD when the first people set foot in the Taos Valley? People have been there at least 15,000 years.

[@JustKrista50]

Thanks Simon and Co! I've not had the pleasure of seeing Taos Pueblo in person. I have seen the ruins left behind in AZ of ingenious people. Outside of AZ's Montezuma's Castle is a place where you can climb inside old adobe buildings. The ingenuity of the people is still present. The lack of doors kept them safer and cooler, since heat rises. There were small tunnels we supposed were air tunnels, like a venting system between the connected houses. We went in May, a hot time in the desert. The homes were cool. They had aqueducts and huge cisterns for water storage. A water system for crops. I like to think those people dispersed onto Taos Pueblo and made their last stand there.

[@CumiaBites]

It’s not much to write home about. Shittiest part of town. Just a bunch of dirt and fat people.

[@rrsmith9479]

Simon, you said Taos correctly. I'm so proud of you.

[@nstark1066]

Now if we could get him to correctly prounounce Rio Grande..

[@SKULLKR3W]

the pueblo revolution is felt even today it’s a huge part of our history and those events eventually led to the spanish and pueblo people of new mexico working together and fighting off raids for decades this is the only instance of enslaved people being given weapons to fight along side their captors in the americas

[@phosawelonewolf2886]

Thank You Simon, NM Pueblo People

[@nickblum1016]

I lived in Taos for twenty years.. miss it everyday

[@JallenMeodia]

Literally never heard of this before. But an interesting story, and interesting history. And wish nothing more for the thriving community to keep going in the uncertain future.

[@socaldevin]

Thank you for highlighting Native American culture.

[@dreadfulspiller8766]

I went on vacation to Taos last year for a couple of days because it was too expensive to stay a week but I really liked it as it was the first time I have been in the southwest. The pueblo was barring visitors but I saw the 18th century adobe church and the 19th century Martinez hacienda fort plus a short trip to the Rio Grande gorge which was cool.

[@EdwardGregoryNYC]

Wonderful story, and one that I knew little about. We are hoping to visit this site and/or Acoma Pueblo next year.

[@keltoibushcraft]

I live near Taos, and have many friends in the tribe. You did a really good job on this video. They are an awesome People.

[@GradeEcho]

Great Run to the Hills reference in this episode, Whistler!

[@andrewsanchez8853]

Just recently did a 23 and me DNA test and found out in 47% indigenous American and this was the main area my dna came from so It was great learning about this

[@jenniferfinn2796]

A correction, Theodore Roosevelt was the president to permanently withdraw Blue Lake from Taos Pueblo, in 1906. (It was not Franklin Roosevelt, who was the president 1933-1945).

[@TheBLGL]

Great video. I wish they’d do a warographics going more in depth on the Pueblo Revolt, and also the Acoma Massacre.

[@fanatic26]

What incredibly strong and resilient people. Their determination to hold onto their ancestral land while dealing with every invader possible deserves recognition. With Nixon being purely defined by the scandal that brought him down its nice to see the good parts of him recognized as well.

[@gergelyhangodi9008]

You got the wrong Roosevelt on the picture.

[@cultflicksymposium]

I’m super excited to be moving here in six months. Huge fan of your channels by the way! -Deryk

[@nickd6451]

Going this Saturday, I’m super excited

[@tinyturquoise94]

Im taos pueblo and i really am happy you are talking about the trauma caused to my people.

[@daviddrake8433]

It is truly humbling to walk around the Taos Pueblo and contemplate their remarkable history. It is also amazing to realize that Taos Pueblo and Chaco Canyon Pueblo, at one time, were both occupied contemporaneously.

[@FarmanGaming]

Honestly so cool to see the pueblo that shares a name with my hometown on such a big channel

[@chrisyanover1777]

I am probably wrong here, but I feel like I actually helped in the smallest way to bring this video to Simon's attention. Not to long ago on another Geographics video I suggest Taos Pueblo would make a good video. It was just long enough ago to do research, film and sprinkle on some of the finest meme's in the world lol. So I expect my cut of some of the sweet sweet KZbin money shortly lol.... JK. I think I also suggest Acoma Pueblo too as many believe it is older city than Taos Pueblo. It is another fascinating continues tradition native American city built on top of a mesa that has many more traditional Pueblo buildings. It has also been argued that the city is much older an some estimates say the sky city has been continuesly occupied for over 2000 years and except for a recent road that was paved road installed, it had only on steep walkway to get to the top of the mesa. However unlike Taos, Acoma does have modern features like running water and sewer, electricity and other modern creature comforts. As a matter of fact some of the buildings have had modern construction installed along with the older traditional buildings. Some are a hybrid of both. But also unlike Taos, most the residents occupy their homes as their primary residence and live there all the time, unlike Taos where most residents don't live at Taos. Acoma Pueblo might also make another interesting Geographics video as well!

[@fredyllanos8972]

Great suggestion. 👍🏾

[@oshaosha77]

I was born in Taos, my ancestors are Taos Pueblo and Navajo. 😊

[@shishk4b0bgaming46]

The image at 0:30 :O First thought that came to mind: Gerudo Fortress 😄

[@shadara5370]

Thank you for this wonderful video.

[@Koda89]

I had the absolutely amazing luck to get to visit the Taos Pueblo. It is simply majestic there.

[@7411y]

"The Taos people (as they refer to themselves on their website)" caught me off-guard

[@Pychonuant594]

Thank you!! Im a Tiwa! I loved your video

[@kathykaura7219]

Thank you for informing the public about Taos Pueblo.

[@YureiZenSakura]

I live only 15 minutes away from the Tigua reservation here in El Paso, I'm from the Tlingit Indian Tribe in Alaska. Hearing this bit of history is eye opening because for a long time I assumed the Tigua Indians were always here in El Paso, even many of them believe that as well. History is amazing to learn about. 🤯

[@georgecollins8318]

run to the hills....Eddie, Eddie!!

[@frankreads8618]

Franklin Roosevelt was not president in 1903. His fifth cousin, Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt, was. I guess someone googled "President Roosevelt" and didn't double check. It was confusing, because Franklin Roosevelt was president in 1943. It took me a second to figure out if you either used the wrong president or the wrong year.

[@johnbainbridge9034]

Blue Lake is on my National Geographic topographic map of the area. I wondered what was so special about it. After all, there are a bunch of little alpine lakes up there. Then I traced the path of the stram that starts there and suddenly it made sense.

[@lizdyson3627]

Love this episode.

[@pstanley1488]

Another wonderful video. I enjoy the historical topics as well as the writing and delivery (including the humorous points and name calling). Many times I listen, more than watch, as I drive to/from work. Today i glanced down …and I don’t know if this has been mentioned in the comments yet… but when it was mentioned that “someone crossed their fingers” and Roosevelt made it permanent *a picture of Franklin D is shown. This should’ve been Teddy Roosevelt. Just a slip somewhere. I know from countless other videos about the Depression and WW2 that the whole team knows Franklin D was President in the 30s and 40s. 👍

[@scottnunnemaker5209]

It’s like how they built Çatalhöyük, just different material

[@frankreads8618]

I was thinking the same thing! Especially when the earlier building had doors in their roofs.

[@82566]

Iam going next week cant wait to find inner peace ,learn more history and shop local 😊

[@chiron14pl]

I visited Taos Pueblo a couple of years ago and felt that deep sense of history. I had heard, however, that the oldest continuously inhabited village in N. Am. is Old Oraibi Pueblo on the nearby Hope reservation in Arizona.

[@method2122]

I love seeing places I've been, being covered

[@wile-e-coyote8371]

I'm in Taos. Thanks for covering this Simon! Although its not axactly how you describe.

[@rachitaroy6621]

Suggestion for Simon: please look into Nalanda University (Bihar,India) and get a video done on it. It's considered world's first University. You will be fascinated with it history and architecture, and this will also be a unique project for you all.

[@NotTheNebraskaMan]

Hey something about Northern New Mexico alright! That's where I'm from.

[@shawnr771]

Thank you for the lesson.

[@shb4200]

My GGM is Taos, great watch as always Simon!

[@multiyapples]

Honestly my heart goes out to the Native Americans.

[@ElTicoTaco]

I thought the title was Tacos Pueblo and my fat self clicked on the video right away.

[@brucebarnes8138]

Excellent video.

[@nickinportland]

Loved living in Taos New Mexico is an awesome state. Still have to have my dad send me a huge green chile shipment every sept lol.

[@davidpretorius7285]

That Iron Maiden quote is just *Chef's kiss*

[@scrapiron1952]

Lived in New Mexico visited 3 or 4 times. Pretty Cool! Used to eat dinner in old town Albuquerque, the building had a date on the outside wall of 1610 walls 5 feet thick adobe! At Christmas they had a 20 foot tree with room to spare! The building was on the Santa Fe trail 🤔👍💞 at the Pueblo you can buy freto pie and Indian bread.👍👍👍 From the Indians who live there. New Mexico land of Enchantment.💞

[@jeremyjeaurond]

A quote from Iron Maiden ♥️

[@AnnaJaneMTG]

A real life Ship of Theseus 🤯

[@McC.444]

As a European, I'd love to live in New Mexico. The landscape and History are so interesting

[@kieronparr3403]

Tarantulas and such

[@Nuevomexicano]

Come and visit just avoid Albuquerque take it from someone that’s from the city Santa Fe is a must see

[@adamd5849]

It's a gorgeous state. Lived there for almost fifteen years, and I can honestly say that it is amazing. You will want to return for trips

[@lukeg2230]

Home....ahhhh

[@veronicalogotheti5416]

Thank you

[@TheEvilCommenter]

Good video 👍

[@The-D33J]

7:16 Iron Maiden fan confirmed

[@DrockTheClock]

Taos! Awesome.

[@bitkonnektlivestream2540]

I've watched only 2 minutes into this video and have to suggest a place I requested earlier on one of your Into The Shadows videos. You should consider making a video on the Citadel in Erbil in Northern Iraq, longest consecutively lived in site in human history.

[@peterj903]

Morris M with the Maiden ref...Noice!!!!

[@bubbafett225]

My people let’s gooooo 🙌🏽

[@tew1947]

Thanks!

[@mozartgabriel]

Hello! Taos Pueblo Indian here! You got the name wrong for the Ref Willow tribe. That not how we call it. But so far great video gonna keep watching

[@mozartgabriel]

So you got the origin story wrong aswell, they’re plenty of information on Blue lake, also please feel free to watch my TikTok’s I’m always here to help. :)

[@mozartgabriel]

Overall great work thank you!! :)

[@rstewart6432]

I had to stop watching midway through to listen to Run to the Hills by Iron Maiden, liked that Easter egg. :)

[@1Rab]

The Pueblan architecture and homes look identical to Catalhoyuk, which is a 9,000 year old city abandoned 7,500 years ago

[@joangordoneieio]

Looking out my casa window, I can see Taos Mountain. And its only a 60 second walk to Taos Pueblo land. Been here 12 years. New Mexico is truly the land of entrapment! I mean Enchantment! But it WILL entrap you! Its is heaven for a photographer like moi. btw many many folks have both Spanish & Pueblo ancestors. The Pueblo folks even saved Spanish families during the revolt. Sorry to tell you there is now little animosity between peoples. But hey, keep trying to divide us.

[@Catlily5]

I have lived in New Mexico my whole life. Everyone superficially gets along. It is not as divided as many places. Underneath it all there are issues though.

[@TheJediCaptain]

*Paused at **10:00* I needed to do some math. The vote in the Senate passed 17-12. Only 29 members of the Senate even showed up to vote on the matter. 21 did not. Our elected officials have always sucked.