Mission San Francisco de la Espada (Mission Espada)

Mission Espada is notable for its preserved 18th-century acequia (irrigation) system and reservoir, built by the mission community and still interpreted for visitors today. The mission is part of the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and is included in the site's UNESCO World Heritage designation, making it a destination for cultural and religious heritage visits. Religious services and public programs are held at the mission on a periodic basis.