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San Juan Capistrano Hills Shape History and Protection
San Juan Capistrano’s hills and ridgelines anchor the city’s history and scenic value. Residents upheld an ordinance preventing ridge line development to preserve views and heritage, a costly battle reflected in legal fees. From Portola’s 1769 expedition to El Camino Real and the rancho era, the hills linked mission sites, trade routes, and California growth.
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Mission San Juan Capistrano
Orange County
Gaspar de Portola
Lomas
San Juan Valley
San Juan Capistrano
England
Padre Junipero Serra
Richard Henry Dana
el Camino Real
California
San Diego