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In 1542 the Spanish first came to what is now San Diego, but settlement did not start until 1769. In 1821 Mexico won independence from Spain, and along with it, California. In 1848 the Mexican War saw the annexation of California to the United States.

From about 1868, San Diego's "New Town" began to be built in what is now downtown San Diego. This led to a general decline of Old Town up until...

Posted by apbeaches on July 16, 2008. Brought to you by virtualtourist.

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The Verna House was built in 1870's in the French Mansard style. It was moved here in 1960 as a temporary fix from keeping her from being demolished. She ended up staying in this spot, but not on a permanent foundation. It started to fall apart till she was refurbished and now she serves as museum of the local area and a gift shop with books.

Posted by Yaqui on April 20, 2008. Brought to you by virtualtourist.

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Born in Madrid, Spain, Miguel de Pedrorena came to San Diego as agent for a shipping company. He married in 1842 María Antonia Estudillo, daughter of José Antonio Estudillo. He built one of the first framed structures in old town. He was going to build his new home on this site, but died in 1850. Yet, his family built a home in 1869, where the family resided in until 1907.

The building...

Posted by Yaqui on April 20, 2008. Brought to you by virtualtourist.

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The first stone was laid by Reverend Thaddeus Amat, C. M., Bishop of Monterey, on July 10, 1868. Yet, the town was being mostly built south of this construction so it was halted even though the walls were already built 15 to 20 feet. This poor church stood uncomplete for over 67 years because of political differences and cost. Finally in 1914 Father Mesny began work to carry out Fr. Ubach’s...

Posted by Yaqui on April 20, 2008. Brought to you by virtualtourist.

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We arrived at the entrance to Old Town on foot having walked from the Santa Fe train station and one of the first things to catch out attention as we approachd were the beautiful flowers - Bird of Paradise - growing everywhere like weeds as well as in tended gardens.

Old Town is a "walk around the streets museum" and gives a good feel of settlements in 19th Century southern California.
Before...

Posted by ranger49 on February 24, 2008. Brought to you by virtualtourist.

Tds Inc is located at 4250 Pacific Hwy Ste 101, San Diego, CA. This location is in the Midway District neighborhood. This business specializes in Cleaning Services.

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Klein & Stump Incorporated is located at 4250 Pacific Hwy Ste 105, San Diego, CA. This location is in the Midway District neighborhood..

Posted on January 29, 2015. Brought to you by merchantcircle.