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Tsankawi
35.8619° N, -106.2153° E
About
Tsankawi is a detached portion of Bandelier National Monument near White Rock, New Mexico. It is accessible from a roadside parking area, just north of the intersection of East Jemez Road and State Road 4. A self-guided 1.5-mile loop trail provides access to numerous unexcavated ruins, caves carved into soft tuff, and petroglyphs.
Historical Timeline
Journey through time and discover key events in this site's history
Initial settlement of surrounding area
late 12th century
Construction of Tsankawi village
15th century
Drought and abandonment
late 16th century
Duchess Castle residence and pottery school
1918
Archaeological Features
Unique architectural and cultural elements found at this historical site
Storage Structures
Public and Civic Structures
Burial and Funerary Structures
Industrial and Craft Structures
Artistic and Decorative Features
Domestic and Habitation Structures
Environmental and Natural Features
Food Production and Processing Features
Transportation and Communication Structures
Frequently Asked Questions
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Tours, travel arrangements, and practical information
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