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What is the name of the mission in San Rafael?

  • San Rafael Arcángel

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San Rafael Arcángel is the name of the mission in San Rafael. It was founded in 1817 by Spanish Franciscan missionaries and is named after the Archangel Raphael. The mission played a significant role in the history of California, serving as a religious and cultural center for the local Native American population and as a stop on the El Camino Real, the royal road connecting the Spanish missions in California.
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