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Mission San Jose, San Antonio

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#2 of 28 in Historic Sites in San Antonio
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Founded in 1720, Mission San Jose is the largest of the missions in Texas and offers visitors a glimpse into the area's Spanish community life more than 250 years ago. This Catholic mission was rebuilt in limestone in 1768 and is dubbed Queen of the Missions because of its relative size compared to fellow sites within the UNESCO-designated San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. This particular mission underwent restoration in the 1930s and is most well-known for its detailed rose window. Plan to visit Mission San Jose during your San Antonio vacation using our convenient San Antonio trip itinerary planner.
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  • By Jay P
    Great fun and beautiful, well preserved church as well as many ruins. Great place to see some history and better understand the culture  more »
  • By rebeccabrabb
    Seeing the mission churches was my favorite part of the day. My sons and husband even said it was interesting. Well worth it  more »
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