A visit to the Church of the Divine Shepherdess in Santa Clara

Interestingly, as I sit down to write these words, I realize something I'd never considered before.

As has generally been the case in every town founded in the 17th century, and earlier of course, churches were built around its main square, many of which have stood the test of time in one way or another.

And here's what I found curious: in my city, Santa Clara, the four main Catholic churches, and the oldest ones at that, are located practically at the cardinal points in relation to the central plaza, now called Leoncio Vidal Park.

Of these four churches, one stands out as the most unassuming, at least to someone just approaching the plaza where it's located. We're talking about the Church of La Divina Pastora, nestled about four blocks from the city center