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What are some historical attractions in San Jose mexico?

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  1. HISTORICAL ARCHITECTURE

    The historical architecture of this destination is reflected in the monuments of San Jose del Cabo, a colonial town where you and the family can walk down the streets and enjoy the magic and tradition that has persisted over the years, despite the town’s rapid growth.

    Palacio Municipal – In downtown San Jose del Cabo on Belisario Dominguez Street, this building built in 1891 has sober, yet beautiful architecture. Currently, it is the city hall building.

    Mision Estero de las Palmas de San Jose del Cabo – Located 57 kilometers (35 miles) from the San Jose del Cabo Bay in the town of Las Palmas. Inside, a mosaic depicts indigenous villagers killing missionary Nicolas Tamaral, one of the mission’s founders.

    Faro Viejo – Located in Cabo Falso, 19 kilometers from Cabo San Lucas, this monument was built in 1890. It towers 150 meters (500 feet) high, and the only way to arrive there is on horseback or in an off-road vehicle.

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    "Charming is the word most often used when someone is asked to describe San Jose del Cabo.  The old buildings of the historic center, the overwhelming presence of the Parroquia San José church along with the inviting atmosphere of the main plaza, all share in the responsibility for this very appropriate description of the city,  San Jose del Cabo instills a sense of old Mexican charm into the harsh desert landscape and beautiful coastline that surround the city.  Old customs and traditions prevail here and time seems to be nothing more than a symbol of the modern world...a symbol that is very easily ignored by many of the locals and visitors alike.  

    San Jose del Cabo was officially founded as a mission in 1730.  The first expeditions to explore the area were carried out by Cortés, as early as 1535.  The rich and colorful history of San Jose del Cabo includes pirates, Jesuit missionaries and Indian uprisings.  Stories of the colorful past have been handed down over generations and can be heard, even today, coming from the lips of the locals in the town square.

    San Jose del Cabo is the county seat of Los Cabos and therefore the city bustles with the daily business of local government and the stress placed upon the city by the incredible popularity and growth of the area. The hustle and bustle just seems to fade into the background more easily here than in other busy cities.  

    San Jose del Cabo is a city of neat and clean residential neighborhoods, some new and some that are very old.  The newer neighborhoods seem to be spreading out to the north and west of the historic center.  The very first golf course in southern Baja is located here and although the municipal course offers but nine holes,  it is still a lot of fun and very affordable.  There are many nice homes built around the golf course, which is near the beach in an expanding area of the city.  The 40,000 residents enjoy a comfortable and healthy lifestyle.  There are jobs here for anyone who wants to work and the zero unemployment factor results in a high quality lifestyle, with very little crime."

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