Mission San Xavier del Bac White Dove of the Desert
Aug 14, 2017 14:07:01 #
oldpsych
Loc: Indianapolis
The mission, located about 9 miles south of Tucson was founded in 1692. It is the oldest intact European structure in Arizona and the current church dates from the late 1700's, when Southern Arizona was part of New Spain. An earthquake in 1887 knocked down the mortuary wall and damaged parts of the church. Extensive repairs began in 1905. The next round of restoration began about 1939, when a lightning strike hit the West Tower lantern. When I began to visit the mission, some 35 years ago, restoration was still ongoing. Currently, it appears that restoration on the outside is complete. The inside continues to be restored. In 1960 it was declared a National Historic Landmark and it is still actively run by the Franciscans.
Aug 14, 2017 14:15:25 #
I have visited this church on many occasions. It is definitely worth visiting, for photographers and others alike.
Aug 14, 2017 14:50:54 #
Nice shots, we go there often when staying over for a va appointment, so beautiful and peaceful not to mention the Indian flatbread tacos they sell onsite.
oldpsych wrote:
The mission, located about 9 miles south of Tucson... (show quote)
Aug 14, 2017 14:52:22 #
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Aug 14, 2017 15:43:39 #
oldpsych
Loc: Indianapolis
Thank you. It is indeed beautiful and peaceful.
terry44 wrote:
Nice shots, we go there often when staying over for a va appointment, so beautiful and peaceful not to mention the Indian flatbread tacos they sell onsite.
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Aug 14, 2017 16:37:24 #
oldpsych
Loc: Indianapolis
I appreciate the nice words.
tbell7D wrote:
Excellent and fascinating set of images.
Aug 15, 2017 06:14:31 #
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oldpsych wrote:
The mission, located about 9 miles south of Tucson... (show quote)
beautiful and interesting shots bruce...i love the beautiful mission and the composition of the first shot!
Aug 15, 2017 07:59:49 #
Aug 15, 2017 09:32:15 #
Bruce, excellent series of photos. We live in Vail and one of our favorite places to visit. We were recently there and repairs were being done on the altar area. Fry bread was good.We also like to go for the Pow Wows held there.
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