A New Mexican Treasure. WorldMark Taos is built on the former property of Nicolai Fechin a local community artist, and his residence, situated next to the resort, is now the home of the Taos Art Museum. From here its just a short stroll to the quaint shops, museums and restaurants of this famous artist colony. The natural beauty of this area surrounds you whatever time of year you visit. In the winter, skiing and snowboarding opportunities are endless, while the rest of the year brings hiking, biking and kayaking through the dramatic landscape. Art or adventure - Taos has it all, with a landscape that is waiting to cast its spell on you. While art is pivotal to the area, don't neglect Taos' historical museums, interesting shops, and scrumptious barbecues and Tex-Mex cuisine. The area is also a recreational playground, where you can ski, snowboard, hike, bike, or kayak amid a landscape of expansive vistas, castles of clouds, and radiant red earth