Santiago de Jalpan mission
Misión de Santiago de Jalpan
mission station in
Querétaro
#3 in Querétaro
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#267 in Mexico
The Santiago de Jalpan mission, located in the Sierra Gorda region of Querétaro, Mexico, is one of the five Franciscan missions founded by Junípero Serra in the mid-18th century. Built between 1751 and 1758, this mission stands as a remarkable example of the intricate Baroque art and architecture that blends indigenous and European influences. The facade of the mission is particularly notable for its elaborate and symbolic ornamentation, featuring a mix of religious iconography and local motifs.
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