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Long before the Spaniards arrived, the Cazcanes
and the Cocas lived in what is now known as San Antonio Tlayacapan, and both
were dedicated to agriculture and hunting. In 1523, Cortez sent men to control
the area. By 1539, both tribes had surrendered to the Spaniards, who then
built monasteries as refuges for the natives.
Thus, the first Catholic church in Lakeside was built in this spot by the
Franciscans. All that remains today is the tower, preserved in the patio of
the primary school, the rest having been destroyed by time. A new church was
built, still in use today.
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