The missions and presidios of California are among the statersquo;s oldest structures and are the most visited historical monuments. These notable buildings are an integral part of Californiarsquo;s history. The statersquo;s recorded history essentially began with the Spanish missions along the ambitious chain of 21 missions on El Camino Reaacute;l (The Royal Highway) and the men who founded them. California Missions and Presidios is a gorgeous book that presents the history of these intriguing sanctuaries of peace and beauty. The eye-popping photography of Alastair Worden and Randy Leffingwell captures their unique character; while Leffingwellrsquo;s accessible text brings to life the overall history of Californiarsquo;s conquest by the Spanish; the construction and operation of the missions; presidios; ranchos; and adobes; and the background of the mission architecture and style. Seemingly unchanged; these missions and presidios have survived the centuries remarkably wellmdash;still welcoming visitors as a refuge of serenity and splendor while providing a glimpse into the lives of the spirited pioneers who built these structures and lived and worked there.
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