Tarahumara Indians of the Copper Canyon, Mexico originally lived on the plains near Chihuahua. To escape the Spaniards and other invaders they retreated into the rugged Sierra Madre Mountains. Today they maintain much of their original culture which they have blended with the teachings of Padres who established small Missions throughout this area. Many live in caves which are often supplemented with small buildings made of mud and straw blocks with wood roofs. They do not live in villages but choose to live instead in small family ... (more)