San Diego California Temple
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The San Diego California Temple is the 47th constructed and 45th operating temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.[1] Located near the La Jolla community of San Diego, it was built with two main spires, but unique to this temple are four smaller spires at the base of each main spire. The East spire is topped with the familiar Angel Moroni statue which adorns many Latter-day Saint temples.
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San Diego California Temple | ||||
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Closed for renovation | ||||
Number | 45 | |||
Dedication | April 25, 1993, by Gordon B. Hinckley | |||
Site | 7.2 acres (2.9 ha) | |||
Floor area | 72,000 sq ft (6,700 m2) | |||
Height | 169 ft (52 m) | |||
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Announced | April 7, 1984, by Spencer W. Kimball | |||
Groundbreaking | February 27, 1988, by Ezra Taft Benson | |||
Open house | February 20 – April 3, 1993 | |||
Current president | James P. Little (2020-present) | |||
Designed by | William S. Lewis, Jr. | |||
Location | San Diego, California, United States | |||
Geographic coordinates | 32°51′59.0″N 117°13′43.6″W | |||
Exterior finish | Marble chips in plaster | |||
Temple design | Modern, two-tower | |||
Baptistries | 1 | |||
Ordinance rooms | 4 (stationary) | |||
Sealing rooms | 8 | |||
Clothing rental | Yes | |||
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