Trinidad was one of approximately thirty Jesuit missions established throughout the Río de la Plata region during the 17th and 18th centuries. The Jesuits sought to convert the Guaraní people to Christianity while protecting them from enslavement and exploitation. Unlike many colonial settlements, the missions allowed the Guaraní to retain much of their language and cultural identity. The mission grew into a prosperous community with thousands of residents. However, in 1767–1768, the Jesuits were expelled from Spanish territories, and Trinidad gradually fell into decline and abandonment. All photos created using the Nikon Z8 with either the Nikkor 14-30mm f/4 or 24-200mm f/4-6.3 lens. Processed using Photoshop CC and either Nik Collection’s Color or Silver Efex Pro.

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