San José de Gracia Church

"San José de Gracia Church is a highly recommended stop. The church is a beautiful example of Spanish Colonial church architecture and was built in the 1760s. Although simple in form, the church was ornately decorated inside and much of this decoration remains today. There is also an original transverse clerestory window in the nave casts light on the sanctuary and altar. This type of window is characteristic of New Mexican colonial architecture and is not found in colonial style churches outside of the state. More information can be found on the National Park Service site here. The church is still operating and often open to visitors, especially on weekends."