Soledad - Mission Nuestra Senora de la Soledad
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History
Little remains of the Nuestra Senora de la Soledad mission. Its Spanish name means "Our Lady of Solitude". The Franciscan Fathers thought they recognized the Spanish "soledad" in the name the Indians had given it.
One is still haunted today by this feeling of solitude, and can well understand why the Fathers tried to flee from this oppressive isolation.
Little remains of the Nuestra Senora de la Soledad mission. Its Spanish name means "Our Lady of Solitude". The Franciscan Fathers thought they recognized the Spanish "soledad" in the name the Indians had given it.
One is still haunted today by this feeling of solitude, and can well understand why the Fathers tried to flee from this oppressive isolation.
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Must-see attractions nearby:
Mission Nuestra Senora de la Soledad
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Location
Fort Romie Road, about 3mi/5km northwest of Soledad, the site of a state prison, not far from the U.S. 101.
Hours:
10am-4pm
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), American Independance Day (July 4), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25), Easter - Christian
Tips: Donations are accepted. The Mission is currently used the first Sunday of each month for Mass.
Typical Visit: 30 minutes
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