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San Antonio, Texas
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The Espada Aqueduct, built in 1745, is still in use today and is a National Historic Landmark.
Mission Espada was established in 1690 as San Francisco de los Tejas before relocating to San Antonio in 1731.
Mission Espada's church, part of the active parish, continues to serve the local community with regular Masses.
In 2015, the San Antonio Missions, including Mission Espada, were designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for their cultural significance.
Mission Espada was established by Spanish missionaries to convert local Coahuiltecan tribes to Christianity.
The mission's chapel showcases Moorish design influences, evident in its arched doorways and windows.
The mission's lands were cultivated by Native Americans under the guidance of Spanish friars, producing crops like corn and beans.
The mission's bell tower is known for its simple yet elegant design, which has become a symbol of the mission itself.
