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The two Pueblos are close neighbors and share a high school. The Acoma Indians settled near Laguna Pueblo for farming and hunting purposes, and they were joined by residents of other pueblos in the region. Governor Cubero visited Laguna in July 1699 and it became a permanent settlement. At one time, the Acoma and the local community had as many as 19 distinct clans, though most are now extinct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Acoma Sky City is located on a steep rock mesa, 367 feet above the valley floor. It is the oldest continuously occupied community in the U.S.; Native history claims that this community was populated long before Christ. The Acoma and Laguna Pueblos are listed on the National Register of Historic Places and are popular tourist destinations. Visitors can explore the Acoma Sky City by riding the Santa Fe Railroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Acoma are still largely agricultural, with sheep and cattle herding essential for survival. Acoma culture has evolved into a thriving art and craft industry, with pottery and yucca basketry being among its staple products. Besides producing pottery and yucca basketry, the Laguna Pueblos also provide wage work from nearby commercial centers and electronics factories. Its oil and gas deposits were discovered in the 1970s, and the community is presently self-sufficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although the Acoma Pueblo people are the only ones to live in the Acoma sky city, the area has been inhabited by people since three thousand BCE. The name, “Laguna,” means lagoon, and it was derived from the dry lake in the pueblo. Today, it is a National Historic Landmark and is still inhabited by natives. In 1540, Coronado referred to it as the world’s most powerful stronghold. The Acoma Sky City is a must-see for anyone visiting the surrounding region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Lagunas are connected by history and culture. The two pueblos were neighbors for several centuries, and their languages were the same. Their high schools were built in the 1920s, and the community still holds annual celebrations to honor their patron saints. The Acoma and Laguna Pueblos share a culture rich in uranium. Despite a rocky history, the communities are friendly to one another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Acoma and Laguna Pueblos share a history as neighboring communities. The Acoma Pueblo, which is 60 miles west of Albuquerque, has been a center of commerce for over two centuries. Both have high-quality universities and a rich culture of art, and both towns are home to a thriving culture. So, it is worth the drive to see the ruins of the cliff dwellings and the pristine aquifer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Acoma people have kept their tradition for centuries. The Acoma Pueblo government consists of a cacique and town chief. The cacique is the overall leader and religion of the pueblo. The cacique’s role is to protect and maintain the Acoma’s culture and tradition. Both leaders have special roles in the local community. However, in the case of Acoma, the community’s government is derived from the Spanish-based tradition.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The two Pueblos are close neighbors and share a high school. The Acoma Indians settled near Laguna Pueblo for farming and hunting purposes, and they were joined by residents of other pueblos in the region. Governor Cubero visited Laguna in July 1699 and it became a permanent settlement. 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