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Aztec Ruins National Monument

P. O. Box 640, Aztec, NM 87410
505-334-6174
Ranked #1 of 1 attractions in Aztec
4.5 of 5 stars 39 Reviews
Type: Ancient Ruins
Activities: Hiking
Description: Spectacular ruins where visitors can enter the only reconsructed kiva in the Southwest.
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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Kansas City, Missouri
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

This is a very accessable park with lots to see in a small area. Try to catch one of the talks the ranger gives in the great kiva. More

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Cocoa, Florida
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59 reviews 59 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

Good place to get an introduction to the ancient pueblo people. Saw a bull snake while there More

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KC
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39 reviews 39 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Truly enjoyed being able to explore at our own pace. The staff is friendly and provides printed information to read as a guide while walking through. I also liked that you could push the button for the music in the Kiva. More

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Dallas, Texas
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56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

This National Monument was name be settlers who thought the ruins were from Aztec people. They were actually ancestoral Pueblo people the same as in Mesa verde N.P. This was the 3rd largest dwelling after 2 dwellings in Chaco National Culture Park to tthe south. The largest kiva at Aztec Ruins has been reconstructed to show what the looked like... More

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Omaha NE
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

We have visted alot of the ruins in Four C orners and they are all different weel worth the time More

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Belen, New Mexico
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

I just wish there was a way to bring back one of the inhabitants so they could tell us more of what life was like in that city. More

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Jacksonville, Florida
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

I recently visited Aztec after visits to Paquime, Chaco, and Salmon. Aztec is certainly worth seeing, especially in light of its easy access to the bustling town with the same name. That unfortunately also works to its detriment. Unlike some other sites, Aztec (and Salmon Ruins, for that matter) are both on the edge of busy towns. The experience of... More

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Colorado
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012
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Outstanding example of pueblo architecture, well preserved. Gives an excellent idea of what ancient life was like. More

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Farmington, New Mexico
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012

Great location. Very educational, informative and interesting. an easy access to the Chacoan culture. More

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Cortez, Colorado, United States
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

Everyone should go into the kiva and press the button to hear drumming. More

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