San Antonio

Established in 1720, San José y San Miguel de Aguayo is the largest mission in San Antonio. At its height, it provided sanctuary and a social and cultural community for more than 300 indigenous peoples.

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Mission San José's famed “Rose Window” is a superb example of Spanish Colonial ornamentation. While mystery surrounds the true origins of the Rose Window, Pedro Huízar is often credited with its creation.

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Dedicated in 1755, the church at Mission Nuestra Señora de la Purisima Concepción de Acuña remains true to its original design, look and feel.

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Today, the chapel and bell tower are still in use. The typical Romanesque archway at the entrance gate invites visitors into this still-active church.

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The southernmost mission in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, Mission Espada was established in 1731 and boasts the best-preserved segment of the area’s original irrigation system that was used to bring water to the fields.

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 In 1826, a fire destroyed most of the mission buildings at Espada, with only the chapel, granary, and two of the compound walls remaining. Today, part of the original irrigation system still operates the Espada aqueduct and dam.

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The Alamo, founded in 1718, was the first mission in San Antonio, serving as a way station between east Texas and Mexico. In 1836, decades after the mission had closed, the Alamo became an inspiration and a motivation for liberty during the Texas Revolution.

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