2.2K views · 113 reactions | Ranchos de Taos is home to the beautiful 200 year-old San Francisco de Asis Church. You'll probably recognize it from artistic works by Georgia O'Keeffe and Ansel Adams! | Visit Taos | Facebook

The centerpiece of Ranchos de Taos is the San Francisco de Asís church, a beautiful example of Spanish Colonial architecture. Of the original churches built in the Taos area, it is the only one that is still intact and actively serving a congregation. Completed in 1815, construction on the adobe edifice began in 1772. The church doubled as a temple of worship and a formidable fortress. Treasures of the Spanish Colonial period are preserved inside, including two hand-carved and hand-painted rered