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Old Mision San Francisco de Asis, San Francisco
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Old Mision San Francisco de Asis, San Francisco
The Old Mision San Francisco de Asis, San Francisco, California, USA - initially founded on 29th June, 1776 and the later Mission Dolores Basilica. More commonly known as " Mission Dolores" owing to the presence of a nearby creek named Arroyo de los Dolores, or " Creek of Sorrows." Date: circa 1920s
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Asis Assisi Basilica California Californian Dolores Francis Francisco Mission
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Old Mision San Francisco de Asis, also known as Mission Dolores, is a historic landmark in San Francisco, California, USA. Founded on June 29, 1776, this mission is one of the oldest buildings in the city and a significant part of its rich history. The mission was initially established by Father Junipero Serra and Father Palou, with the aim of spreading Christianity among the indigenous people of the area. The name "Mission Dolores" was derived from the nearby creek, Arroyo de los Dolores, or "Creek of Sorrows," due to the hardships and challenges faced by the early settlers. The mission served as a self-sufficient community, with farmlands, livestock, and a school. This photograph, taken in the 1920s, captures the old mission in its historic glory. The mission's distinctive architecture, with its white adobe walls and red tile roof, is a testament to the Spanish colonial influence on California's history. The mission's bell tower, which can be seen in the background, is a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of the city's past. Today, the Old Mision San Francisco de Asis is no longer an active mission but has been transformed into the Mission Dolores Basilica, a Roman Catholic parish church. It remains an important cultural and historical site, attracting visitors from around the world who come to explore the rich history of San Francisco and the United States.
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