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In 1718 Franciscans and Spanish representatives established the first mission. Within 13 years, five were located along the San Antonio River. The missions’ purpose? To acculturate and Christianize the native population and make them Spanish citizens. Today, visitors can retrace the footsteps of the mission Indians and friars. And, possibly, meet descendants of those first inhabitants.

Mission Concepcion Bell Towers

The Front of Mission Consepcion

the church at Mission San Jose

The houses in the interior walls of Mission San Jose

The gate into Mission San Jose

The church at Mission Espada

The church at Mission San Juan