Santa Barbara Mission in Santa Barbara

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Still an active church, this mission dates back to 1786 when it was founded by Spanish Franciscans. Like most buildings in this area at that time, it was built from adobe bricks that have taken a beating from earthquakes over the years. The building was destroyed in 1812, and had to be rebuilt. Another big jolt took a toll on the building in 1925, and again extensive repairs were necessary. The church brought more than just religion to the natives of the area. The parish created an extensive water works, an aqueduct to bring water from the mountains, creating a dam and reservoir, and using that water to power mills for the town that sprang up around it. The mission entered a state of decay after California became part of Mexico. Eventually, the mission was sold and its land confiscated by the state. When California joined the United States, the mission was given back to the Church. In spite of all this turmoil, the Santa Barbara Mission is considered one of the best preserved pieces of California's architectural heritage.

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  I think this structure of Mission Santa Barbara is fantastic! I'm even planning to do Mission Santa Barbara now after reading the spectacular imformation you have provided me!

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