photos by Stephen Eginoire

Defined by lush river valleys, rolling hills of ponderosa, ranchos and missions, one cant help but notice the rich cultural and natural history throughout northern New Mexico. The area is home to some of the oldest Spanish sites in the state, including the small town of El Rito. A walk down Main Street in this historic village whisks one away to another time and place. The rustic agrarian lifestyle still prevails throughout the region, revealing a modest tempo in comparison to the fast-paced norms of everyday city life. Heres a look: