Pueblo Bonito

Pueblo Bonito is a major archaeological site located in Chaco Canyon, New Mexico, known for its massive stone structures built by the Ancestral Puebloans around 850 AD. This complex, featuring over 600 rooms and distinctive multi-story architecture, served as a ceremonial and administrative hub. Its construction reflects advanced engineering and has cultural significance, illustrating the community's social and political organization. Pueblo Bonito is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, representing the achievements of Native American cultures and their connection to the land, and is a key part of the wider Chaco Culture National Historical Park.