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Mission San Juan Capistrano Travel Guide

San Juan Capistrano Mission in CaliforniaSan Juan Capistrano Mission

Mission San Juan Capistrano has been the home to many people over 230 years of history. Its history consists of memories and stories of its past inhabitants and present visitors. It is a place of historical, cultural, and religious significance, as well as a place of inspiration and education.

It is well known as the gathering place for "The Swallows of Capistrano". The Cliff Swallows begin to arrive in March from their winter home in Argentina. Between March and October they can be seen building nests in the eaves. The swallows start their migration back to Argentina in October.

Guided and audio tours are available.

The mission is located on the Pacific Coast between Los Angeles and San Diego at 26801 Ortega Highway. Phone (949) 234-1300.

Nearby is the historic downtown area with shops and restaurants and other attractions.

When we last visited the mission, the weather was perfect, mostly blue sky.

The buildings and grounds are magnificent and well worth a visit!

A quiet pond with lily pads on the grounds of the San Juan Capistrano Mission
A quiet pond with lily pads on the grounds of the San Juan Capistrano Mission

Crumbling ruins at the San Juan Capistrano Mission
Crumbling ruins at the San Juan Capistrano Mission


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Original Photographs of the Mission at San Juan Capistrano

San Juan Capistrano Mission
San Juan Capistrano Mission
Stone bench and blooming cactus
Lovely stone bench and blooming cactus at the Mission of San Juan Capistrano in California
Brick archways at San Juan Capistrano
Brick archways at San Juan Capistrano Mission
Magnificent flowers
Purple Morning Glory ... The flowers are magnificent at San Juan Capistrano Mission

 


San Juan Capistrano Mission
San Juan Capistrano Mission
Sunflowers in bllom
Yellow flowers and blue skies at San Juan Capistrano Mission

 

Interactive Map of San Juan Capistrano

 

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