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Perhaps Mission's most famous landmark, this beautiful monastery attracts thousands of visitors annually. The Benedictine monks welcome visitors to their grounds and for services. Westminster Abbey is on a 180 metre elevation above the Fraser River, a 200-acre site that includes the abbey grounds, farm and seminary campus. Its most distinctive feature is the abbey church and its tower with a ring of 10 bells. These may be heard Sunday mornings 15 minutes before the 10:00 a.m. Mass. The views from the Abbey seem to stretch forever, providing a panoramic view of the Fraser Valley. Visitors are welcome at the chapel on Sundays from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and on weekdays from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Xa:ytem Longhouse Interpretive Centre
On the north bank of the Fraser River, at a site just east of Mission, a large village of many inhabited by the ancestors of today's Sto:lo people. Xa:ytem offers a unique opportunity to learn about Sto:lo spirituality, archaeology and history at a place where culture has flourished for thousands of years. You will have the opportunity to experience Salish weaving, cedar bark processing, and discover the many uses of plant materials. Examine prehistoric tools, try your hand at traditional woodworking with an adze, and learn about the many artifacts on the site. They welcome schools, private parties, tourists and those looking for a unique cultural experience. www.xaytem.ca
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