It is believed that in 1810 on Good Friday a friar saw a light and dug into the ground from where it emanated and found a large wooden crucifix. Dirt from the hole where it was discovered is believed to heal the sick and disabled. An adobe church was built above the site and houses a chapel that sits above the small hole where visitors collect the dirt to heal ailments. Rows of crutches and braces of the healed line the walls of a prayer room just outside the sacred chapel.
Chimayo is located about 30 miles north of Santa Fe. You can also take the high road from Taos to get there.
4 comments:
Very arresting image. Did you feel any particular vibe there?
I felt a strong spiritual vibe. It is a powerful place in that respect.
That's the feeling I'd expect. I'm trying to get there next year!
Hope you make it! It's a special place and in many respects reminded me of spiritual places I've visited in Mexico, which makes sense given Chiymayo's location and history.
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