South Texas Plains, Texas Historic Churches
San Fernando Cathedral
Construction began on the cathedral shortly after Canary Island colonists, granted land and title by Spain's King Phillip V, settled here in 1731. Completed in 1750
La Lomita Chapel
Hidden away in Texas mesquite, La Lomita (Little Hill) Chapel was first built in 1865
San Agustín Cathedral
Originally built in 1767; present structure, third on site, dates from 1872. Was elevated to the rank of Cathedral on Aug. 9, 2001. Part of the Webb County Heritage Trolley Tour. On San Agust'