Transport yourself back to the heady days of the Spanish empire in California, when the lands were wild and cultivated with fire, when Indian tribes traversed the coast and inland valleys, and when a handful of Spanish men set out to conquer the hearts and souls of the native peoples. Armed with cattle, seed, and the words of God, the Franciscan fathers, led by the exalted Junipero Serra, transformed the forgotten territory of Alta California into a true outpost of New Spain. Between 1769 and 1823, they built a mission chain that served as the spiritual backbone of California, stretching from San Diego in the south to Sonoma in the north. Many of the mission buildings still stand and others have been reconstructed by eager historians, craftsmen, and professional restorers. All 21 of the original missions are open to the public and attract visitors from around the world who come to marvel at the architecture and deeply fascinating history. This book serves as a guide to the California missions, complete with full color pictures and essential historical information. Come explore the mission past with us!

California Missions A Pictorial Guide

Kira Charlesworth

Blake Publishing, Inc.

<p>Discover Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa founded by Spanish missionaries in 1772. Complete with rare historical photos, a timeline of key events, and fascinating details, this guide takes you on a journey to the farthest reaches of the Spanish empire into the present. Follow along as Pedro Fages and his men vanquish the fierce grizzly bears of the Los Osos Valley. Catch a glimpse of the genius of Saint Serra as he sets out to consecrate Californias fifth mission. Explore the mission as it grows, falls into disrepair, then rises again to become the beating heart of modern day San Luis Obispo. This 32-page guide offers an immersive trip into the annals of time to uncover the history of Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.</p>

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa

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California Missions A Pictorial Guide

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa