Father Serra's intriguing missions in Mexico
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The Sierra Gorda mountains loom behind Mission Tilaco.

Photo: © Jeffrey Becom

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The Sierra Gorda mountains loom behind Mission Tilaco.
Father Junipero Serra's Tancoyol Mission is one of five he built in Mexico's Sierra Gorda region incorporating indigenous motifs before coming to California.
The archangel Michael chastises a demon at Mission Conca.
The Jalpan Mission, built in 1758, now includes a clock installed in 1898.
Tancoyol Mission features indigenous motifs: fruit, flowers, feathers.
Parishioners leave Conca Mission after Mass.
A portal leads to colorful Landa Mission.
A statue of Christ wears purple velvet during Easter at Landa Mission.
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