Wandering Lizard

An online magazine with information related to attractions, lodging, dining,
and travel resources in selected areas of the Western United States

California Missions

During the period 1769 - 1823 twenty one Spanish Missions
were established in California stretching from San Diego to Sonoma.
Imagery of several as well as brief Biographical Notes on Fr. Serra can be found in this web site.

Mission San Gabriel Arcangel
Founded September 8, 1771, by Frs. Pedro Cambon & Angel Somera

Mission Santa Clara de Asis
Founded January 12, 1777, by Fr. Junjiperro Serra

Mission Santa Cruz
Founded August 28, 1791, by Fr. Fermin Lausen

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