San Carlos Cathedral - Monterey California

San Carlos Borromeo de Monterey was founded by Father Junipero Serra on June 3, 1770, on the shores of Monterey Bay, as the cornerstone of his... more

by Glenn McCarthy Art and Photography

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San Carlos Cathedral - Monterey California

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Glenn McCarthy Art and Photography

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Photograph - Original Photography By Glenn Mccarthy

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San Carlos Borromeo de Monterey was founded by Father Junipero Serra on June 3, 1770, on the shores of Monterey Bay, as the cornerstone of his Mission. The structure in this photo was completed in 1794 and is the oldest continuously functioning church in the State of California. It is the first California Cathedral and also the first stone building built in the state. It has been well preserved through rigorous renovations while still keeping a museum like quality to highlight the historical significance it has played. It is an official National Historical Landmark.

We visited the Mission on a cool and overcast day... usually not the best conditions for taking photographs. It's a beautiful old structure and almost seemed out of place actually down a backstreet. If you're a history buff there is a wealth of history here that gives a greater understanding of the origins of the State Of California and the significance of the missions that were the center of the culture.

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"San Carlos Cathedral - Monterey, California"
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August 11th, 2013