- Type: Religious Sights
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NileGuide Expert Says:
On weekends, locals often sell fry bread and other foods under mesquite shelters in front of the mission.
Description:
- The Mission San Xavier del Bac, also called the White Dove of the Desert, is nearly as iconic an image to Tucson as sunsets and saguaros. Built between 1783 and 1797, San Xavier del Bac is still an active Roman Catholic church for Tohono O'odham on the San Xavier Indian Reservation. The mission weaves together Moorish, Byzantine and Mexican Renaissance styles and is considered one of the finest examples of Spanish colonial architecture in the United States. The Mission San Xavier de Bac should be at or near the top of any visitor's list.
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User Reviews for Mission San Xavier del Bac
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- posted on 08.21.11
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AMAZING!
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The Mission is amazing, lovingly restored, active church. Peaceful
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- posted on 05.16.11
Awards:
Frommer's
- Very Highly Recommended 2010
- Details
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Contact:
- visit website
- tel: 520 294 2624
- fax: +1 520 294 3438
- send email
Address:
- 1950 W. San Xavier Rd
- Tucson, AZ 85746
Neighborhood:
Outside the CityHours:
- Daily 8am-5pm
Strenuousness:
- No Sweat
- User Rating
