The Plaza was
established
who established Santa Fe
as the capital of New
Mexico, in 1610.
Over time, the walls of
the defensive fortress walls gave way to large homes built by high ranking
Spanish military officers and officials. In 1822, the plaza became the
western end of the Santa Fe Trail, strengthening the importance of this center
of government and trade.
Santa Fe's state
government moved on to other buildings in the city. The Plaza remained
the center of trade. Today, The Plaza continues to be a popular meeting place and shopping destination in Santa Fe.
Local
artisans sell jewelry &
crafts
under the west
portico
of The Plaza.
Modeled after plazas in Spanish towns and cities, Santa Fe's
Plaza bridges the Old World with the New World.
sells clothing.
A
Kokopelli dances on the
Gift-n-Gourmet
Store.
Mavericks sells
western wear.
OVERLAND:
Fine Sheepskin
&
Leather Since 1973
Santa Fe Arcade
Draft Station:
Fresh
Local Handcrafted
Brews
Cigar
Shop
The Plaza Mercado Entrance
Shops, Restaurants,
Galleries
is
on the first floor.
The
Bar & Grill is located
on
the second floor.
This must have been one
of the grand homes built in the 18th or 19th century.
dominates the southeast
end of The Plaza.
I'm getting a bit peckish. Let's go to Tomasita's for Northern Mexican food.
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