The Santuario de Chimayo is always a nice place to visit, especially in the spring. Even if you aren't religious there are many reasons to appreciate the Santuario. In a room adjacent to the chapel is a round hole in the floor where supposedly, the blessed sand never runs out. Outside of the church courtyard are beautiful grounds that bloom in spring. The area near the creek is also an excellent place to view a plethora of fowl. This area of New Mexico has a rich Native American and Spanish heritage, it would be a crime not to visit sites such as this. I hear the red chile powder here is the best too.

Very, very special place. It is a national historic landmark. The importance of this place is the spirituality and the healing dirt. The story tells that in 1810, a member of a local penitent order, was praying and then a special glow came from the ground. He started digging and found a crucifix with a black Christ was discovered. He took it and placed it close to the altar of his chapel, but the next day, it was miraculously vanished. They founded it in the original place, beneath the ground, in the exactly place it was found. The same happened tree times. They discovered that the dirt had miraculous healing powers. Now a chapel is built in this place, and thousands of pilgrims come from all over the world to visit this place. There is a small chamber in which is a hole with the healing dirt, and you can grab a few to take home.

The church or chapel is certainly peaceful and meditative. There is some energy there. But be warned, all your new-found spiritual joy evaporates when you visit the tourist trap shops. The staff are bandits of old. Spend 30 minutes and try not to buy the many trinkets available that will, afterall, probably sell for a few pennies at your local Thrift Charity store when you die.

Every year my son and I visit the Santuario to pray for our loved ones and everyone in the world. I still remember the first time I brought my mom to see the beautiful little church. She loved it and we've been coming to visit ever since. That was about 8yrs ago. I will try to keep coming back to visit and keep my loved ones and everyone in this world in my prayers.

What a wonderful place! We did not expect this, with its extensive grounds, overlooking a small creek. So many places to think, and meditate, very much like what I would imagine a European pilgrimage site would feel like. For the most part, it’s very wheelchair accessible, even the gift shop, with only the church having steps down into it. But the majority of the place and the allure of it surrounds the church.

A truly special and spiritual place where faith and tradition intersect making it a must visit destination for anyone interested in exploring the cultural and religious tapestry of the American Southwest. The El Pocito with a small well of holy dirt was special. Make sure to bring a bag for your dirt. Candles can be purchased in the gift shop and then placed in the Church or surrounding shrines. Photography is not permitted inside the Church. Sunday Mass was at noon and held outside on the lower side of the property. Well attended service. Definitely well worth a visit.

This was our last stop on our scenic tour of the area to view one of the most important cultural sites in New Mexico. In 1816 this two tower Adobe Chapel was built over a spot on earth said to have miraculous healing properties. Even today the faith will come to rub holy dirt from a small pit inside the church on whatever hurts some mix it with water and drink it. During holy week about 30,000 pilgrims walk to Chimayo from Santa Fe Albuquerque and beyond and the largest catholic pilgrimage in the US. The gardens are nice to walk around as you listen to the aquifer at the rear of the property overlooking the mountains behind.

I went to the Santuario De Chimayo with my son daughter in law granddaughter and my husband. My son and daughter in law went to buy us some red chili de Chimayo and some rosaries. Then the Father blessed them for us also. It was so beautiful, that I didn't want to leave. The church is amazing and so is the land. I highly recommend this place to visit when in northern New Mexico.

A must see if you travel north of Santa Fe. Many buildings including the chapel to look through and learn about the healing powers here. Photos are prohibited inside but can take all you want outside. No admission but donations accepted

What a beautiful and spiritual place to visit. If you haven't ever been there, I recommend you go and visit this holy place with so much history.

We enjoyed our stop at this Sanctuary and make the trip every year or two if possible. It's a great place to stop and reflect and pray for healing and restoration for friends and family!

We lived in Albuquerque for 19 yrs and couldn't believe how many people would visit Santa Fe and only see the Plaza and local museums. There's so much you can see that is truly "New Mexico" within an hour or two drive. And Chimayo is one of those places. Very soulful, a great history of how it was established, and makes for some excellent photos. Don't be concerned about the negative reviews related to a "tourist trap" nature of the area. It is what it is - locals have had to do what they need to do to keep up the facility and add improvements.

Though i'm not Catholic, I still appreciate the beauty of this property. It felt peaceful, and it was beautiful in every way. We enjoyed the walk around the grounds and that you are able to take some of the healing dirt with you. I tried buying a few things from the gift shop, but unfortunately, the credit card machine was down, and we didn't have enough cash with us.

beautiful holy site that many people partake on pilgrimages to come here to pray especially for Good Friday, there will be thousands of people making/walkinh long treks. it is best to go here during daytime hours because you can easily miss the turn get into the place because our bus group did. small but beautiful historic chapel surrounded by beautiful nature landscape

Sacred historic holy site in the Land of Enchantment. Definitely worth making the trip / visit / pilgrimage from wherever you may be. Padre Sebastian is the nicest guy you will meet and worth talking to in English or Spanish!

We make regular journeys to this Chapel and grounds. It has been one of the most beautiful out of the way places for us to go worship our lord in prayers and requests as well as thanks giving for all God has done for us. Especially these last couple of years. I reccomend this journey for those of and faith, or just looking for some peace even if not religious. The beauty of this area is fantastic!

It is a place with so much peace and a lot of history that all those people who adhere to the Catholic religion would really enjoy this place.

What a beautiful, peaceful place. It's amazing how faith works. The church was built in 1812. We were able to get some holy dirt from the hole that never goes down. They say it can preform healing.

This church is a pilgrimage site, for those seeking solace and healing. It is constructed in a manner that invites tranquility and prayerfulness. I suggest beginning the tour from the parking lot by walking beside the river, then continuing upwards. The enclosed courtyard is one of the most amazing places here, second only to the small room inside where the healing earth is located.

The place has a small river running through it, some beautiful art and amazing history behind it. It's a must see if in the area, the gift shop has some cute items. Everything was blooming, such an amazing day to be there.

This is a very interesting, religious, spiritual area. There was a sudden thunderstorm when we were there, followed by a beautiful rainbow. Then we realized it was a double rainbow. The buildings are all very unique.

Excellent free stop not to be overlooked. It’s such a spiritual place. Grounds were well kept. Close to rancho de chimayo - so be sure to stop by.

Absolutely gorgeous, must visit from Santa Fe.. approx 30 mins drive. Accessible for all ages. No photos allowed inside the church. Can get busy at times. Plenty of free parking..

I love the history!! The gentleman at the museum was awesome. Anyone who has such a personal connection to the story and has a passion for what they do, makes the experience that more amazing. My only regret is that I don't know his name.

An important religious shrine in New Mexico, and a pilgrimage destination. It has expanded since we were here last, with photo walls where people leave pictures of lived ones for whom they are seeking prayers, indoor and outdoor chapels, the main sanctuary with a crucifix from the Spanish Empire supposedly found on the site, and the well where it was found still supplying "holy dirt" for this doing its blessing (though I suspect that the home, which is shallow, is filed regularly with dirt blessed by a priest. It is a lovely spot, with a river flowing past.

Very spiritual pilgrimage site with a beautiful church. The surroundings have become a bit touristy but the church is authentic. Give the dirt a try if you are in need of healing. Plenty of parking.

Truly moving place to spend a little time with God. I don't think you will be disappointed. Daily mass & exposition of the Blessed Sacrament in side chapel. Get some holy dirt and take home.

excellent stop off the mountain road. nicely curated and maintained historical church with some funky surroundings (there's a funky eatery, some funky art, and a low rider museum??) all the funky stuff is closed on Mondays tho which, alas, was when we were there ... chapels were very interesting tho

A beautiful place to visit. Wonderful history, and you could spend hours exploring all of the areas. Good chile sold in the visitor center, too.