Another "Ghost Town", Monticello _21 miles northwest of Truth or Consequences, was settled in 1856, with homes built in a large square for protection from attacks. The historic town square still stands, and mass is still celebrated at San Ignacio Church.

You will locate other web pages at NMohwy.com that are very much like Monticello: Historic Plaza at Ghost Towns.

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Visit New Mexico Travel Guide' interactive American History project. A team of researchers is developing a site that will present U.S. history in the context of present day travel.