Santa Fe
The Oldest Active Church in the United States
Contructed 1610
Destroyed 1640
Rebuilt 1645
Destroyed 1680
Rebuilt 1710
San Miguel Mission
La Casa Vieja de Analco
"The Oldest House in the USA"
An 800 year old home, later inhabited by
Tlaxcaltecan Indians
who came to Santa Fe with the
Spanish Conquistadors and helped
construct San Miguel Mission.
Simple Elegance
The Alter at San Miguel
Loretto Chapel
Home of the 'Miraculous Spiral Staircase', is an exquisite example of Gothic Architecture.
On the left is a contemporary photo.
On the right, is a photo of a sign in the Chapel that is a simulation of what the staircase was thought to look like prior to the handrails being installed.
Below is a contemporary photo of the staircase. Whether myth or miracle, it is truly magnificent carpentry.
To read more about the Loretto Nuns and Chapel, see
Colorful Handpainted Pottery
Wonderful bronze sculpture of Native American & Eagle
(Sally & Jewels in the background)
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