Carmel Mission Basilica

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"An 18th-century Spanish mission and Roman Catholic church that stands as one of the best-preserved examples of its kind in California; it is unique among the missions for retaining its original bell tower. The site offers visitors a tangible glimpse into the region's Spanish colonial history through its architecture, artifacts, and museum exhibits." - John Wogan John Wogan John Wogan is a special projects editor at Travel + Leisure and a contributing writer at T: The New York Times Style Magazine. He was previously a senior editor at Condé Nast Traveler and a travel features editor at Goop.com. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines