MISSION TRAIL I Traditional Cache
davealone: Well we tried with this series but it wasn't in the cards so we will say farewell.
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(Mission 1)
We have wanted to do this for a long time. These caches represent a
significant amount of history in or around El Paso. It is important
to us to put out caches that are relevant not only to us but others
as well. First established in the 17th and 18th centuries, three
historic Spanish missions provide a link to El Paso's colonial
past. All three are among the oldest continually active missions in
the country, and warrant a visit for their architectural and
historic merit. MISSION YSLETA From I-10, exit Zaragosa Road (exit
32) and head south 3 miles to Mission Ysleta, 9501 Socorro Rd. at
Zaragosa Road (tel. 915/859-9848 (www.ysletamission.org),
established in 1682 in what was then Mexico. The silver-domed
chapel here was built in 1851 after floods shifted the Rio Grande
and washed away all of the previous structure, save the foundation.
Its location does provide you with an excellent photo opportunity
of the mission. While there, be sure to visit the nearby Indian
Reservation attractions. Bring your own writing implement.
Additional Hints
(Decrypt)
Pnzzbrq cvyy obggyr
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