Friday, October 4, 2013

History lesson

Another cold start to the day but it warmed up nicely.  Nancy and I drove to nearby San Miguel to visit an old Spanish mission that was built in late 1700s and early 1800s.


Olive press




Mission is staffed by Franciscans
Wood carving of saint killing the devil


Oven

Kitchen

Built in cupboard in dining room



Monk's quarters

Living room/office area

Living room



Wagon loaded with roof tiles

Main sanctuary






Main sanctuary

Cemetery






 Across the road from the mission was another adobe building that was originally part of the mission but was later turned into hotel, saloon and other various businesses.




Gimme a sasparilla pardner!



 We then decided to take one last look at the coast.
Morro Bay


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