Delights for everyday living!
Throughout the past century, Taos in northern New Mexico, USA, has attracted celebrities who have been inspired by its diverse culture: crisp, clean air; and, natural beauty. Civil war hero Kit Carson lived, and is buried in Taos. English novelist D.H Lawrence visited and live there intermittently, and his ashes are interred at the D.H. Lawrence ranch in San Cristobal, 25 kilometers north of Taos. In 1922, he made the following observation: “I think New Mexico was the greatest experience from the outside world that I have ever had; it certainly changed me forever. The moment I saw the brilliant, proud morning shine high up over the deserts of Santa Fe, something stood still in my soul.”
Movie star Julia Roberts retreats to Taos between movies to recharge her batteries and to absorb the energy within the local community. Dennis Hopper, another famed actor, skillfully used images of Taos when he produced the cult movie “Easy Rider” 40 years ago his year. In celebration of this quintessential American road movie, Taos will celebrate a summer of love this year. Arts and film festivals and concerts will be staged int he town from May to September and the Harwood Museum of Arts will feature Dennis Hopper’s art.
