Franciscan Missions in the Sierra Gorda of Querétaro
Overview
The five Franciscan missions of Sierra Gorda were built during the last phase of the conversion to Christianity of the interior of Mexico in the mid-18th century and became an important reference for the continuation of the evangelization of California, Arizona and Texas. The richly decorated church façades are of special interest as they represent an example of the joint creative efforts of the missionaries and the Indios. The rural settlements that grew around the missions have retained their vernacular character.
About Franciscan Missions in the Sierra Gorda of Querétaro
The Franciscan missions of the Sierra Gorda of Querétaro are five missions built in Mexico between 1750 and 1760. The foundation of the missions is attributed to Junípero Serra, who also founded the most important missions in California. They were declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2003.
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Components(5 locations)
- •San Miguel Concá1079-005
- •Santiago de Jalpan1079-001
- •Santa María del Agua de Landa1079-002
- •San Francisco del Valle de Tilaco1079-003
- •Nuestra Señora de la Luz de Tancoyol1079-004
Details
- Countries
- Mexico
- ISO Codes
- MX
- Area
- 103.7 ha
- Coordinates
- 21.2044, -99.4641
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