Author: Randy Leffingwell
Publisher: Voyageur Press
Keywords: presidios, missions, california
Number of Pages: 176
Published: 2005-11-04
List price: $29.95
ISBN-10: 0896584925
ISBN-13: 9780896584921

The missions and presidios of California are among the state’s oldest structures and are the most visited historical monuments. These notable buildings are an integral part of California’s history. The state’s recorded history essentially began with the Spanish missions along the ambitious chain of 21 missions on El Camino Real (The Royal Highway) and the men who founded them. The missions and presidios are a fascinating study in contrasts. Varying in size and architecture, churches range from small (at Pala) and modest (at Soledad) to opulent (at San Luis Rey) and elegant (at Sa

Author: Tracy Salcedo-Chourre
Publisher: Falcon
Keywords: exploring, california, mexican, series, spanish, legacy, guide, missions, presidios, falconguide
Number of Pages: 240
Published: 2005-01-01
List price: $15.95
ISBN-10: 0762727934
ISBN-13: 9780762727933

As Spanish authorities colonized Alta California, they established 21 Franciscan missions and four forts, or presidios, to bring the native inhabitants of the region under control and to provide for security and defense. Today, the missions and presidios are among California’s most popular historic landmarks, and enduring reminders of California’s Spanish and Mexican past. For travelers and outdoor enthusiasts who want to experience a taste of all that the area has to offer, this book contains short hikes, biking, and other outdoor recreation opportunities, plus travel information