If you're a traveler planning your next vacation or trip, San Diego religious landmarks should be on the beginning of your list of destinations. San Diego is overflowing with historically religious landmarks of all interests. But remember that in between the adventures to these engaging sites, the sun is abundant and the beaches are divine. We'll take a brief look at some of the religious sites in San Diego.
Mission San Diego
This National Historic Landmark was California's first Mission, which are the Catholic churches found throughout California . It is often known as the Mother of the Missions, as there were around twenty Missions built in the territory. The Mission Diego de Alcala, as it was formally named, was founded in 1769 by the Blessed Junipero Serra. The Mission marks the birthplace of Christianity in the West and today is an active cultural and religious center for followers of all religions.
Adobe Chapel Museum
John Brown built the Adobe Chapel Museum in 1850. It was changed into a parish in 1858 by Don Jose Aguirre. The Chapel was demolished in the 1930s, but was rebuilt and now is home some of the first artifacts like altars, pews, and marble architecture. Jose Aguirre's crypt has been in-laid into the floor of the Chapel.
Congregation Beth Israel
Established in 1861, this Synagogue has been the historic center of Jewish life in San Diego. It is made of of three different temples; Heritage Park, City Centre Drive and 3rd and Laurel.
Omar Mosque
A congregating place for the Muslim community. This Mosque is considered to be more than a place of worship, but also a place to take the sensation of community to new levels. They also celebrate several festivals thru the year, which the entire San Diego community is welcomed to participate in.
Mount Soledad
A well know landmark, over 800 feet high, is visited by many travellers for its attractive sunsets and wide ranging view of the area. The top of Mount Soledad is topped off by a 43 foot tall cross, which has been a point of debate in San Diego for many, many years. The cross is known as the Eastern Cross, which is encircled by a war memorial. Easter Services are held there every year.
Museum of Creation and Earth History
The museum fills 4,000 sq. feet of the Institute for Creation Research. The series of rooms and corridors chronicle events and science from the dawn of creation to present times. Biblical rationalization of things, as well as Evolutionary ideas are all brought to light in the Dueling Viewpoints Walls.
Mission San Diego
This National Historic Landmark was California's first Mission, which are the Catholic churches found throughout California . It is often known as the Mother of the Missions, as there were around twenty Missions built in the territory. The Mission Diego de Alcala, as it was formally named, was founded in 1769 by the Blessed Junipero Serra. The Mission marks the birthplace of Christianity in the West and today is an active cultural and religious center for followers of all religions.
Adobe Chapel Museum
John Brown built the Adobe Chapel Museum in 1850. It was changed into a parish in 1858 by Don Jose Aguirre. The Chapel was demolished in the 1930s, but was rebuilt and now is home some of the first artifacts like altars, pews, and marble architecture. Jose Aguirre's crypt has been in-laid into the floor of the Chapel.
Congregation Beth Israel
Established in 1861, this Synagogue has been the historic center of Jewish life in San Diego. It is made of of three different temples; Heritage Park, City Centre Drive and 3rd and Laurel.
Omar Mosque
A congregating place for the Muslim community. This Mosque is considered to be more than a place of worship, but also a place to take the sensation of community to new levels. They also celebrate several festivals thru the year, which the entire San Diego community is welcomed to participate in.
Mount Soledad
A well know landmark, over 800 feet high, is visited by many travellers for its attractive sunsets and wide ranging view of the area. The top of Mount Soledad is topped off by a 43 foot tall cross, which has been a point of debate in San Diego for many, many years. The cross is known as the Eastern Cross, which is encircled by a war memorial. Easter Services are held there every year.
Museum of Creation and Earth History
The museum fills 4,000 sq. feet of the Institute for Creation Research. The series of rooms and corridors chronicle events and science from the dawn of creation to present times. Biblical rationalization of things, as well as Evolutionary ideas are all brought to light in the Dueling Viewpoints Walls.
About the Author:
Carlie Smith has had an interest in the religious sites in San Diego for many years. The author has authored articles and editorial pieces for many online publications, which is availabel for reading here.
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