It's the burial place of a saint and the founding father of the California missions, St. Junipero Serra. It's also the second, of the 21 missions. It's well-preserved with dozens of unique period art pieces. It's an active parish. It's in an absolutely gorgeous location. Special in so many ways!
I believe all Missions in their own right are Special because each has a history to their location.
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