San Ignacio Miní

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by Miguel Vieira derivative work: MrPanyGoff

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San Ignacio Miní, located in San Ignacio, Argentina, is one of the most significant and well-preserved Jesuit missions in the region. Founded in 1632 by Jesuit missionaries, the site was designed to convert and educate the indigenous Guaraní people. The mission features remarkable Baroque-style architecture, including a large stone church, residential quarters, and communal areas. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1984, San Ignacio Miní offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and historical interactions between the European missionaries and the native populations.