Chapel of Our Lady of Help (Viana do Castelo, Portugal).

Viana do Castelo (Portugal) Chapel
Can Go by Car Near the River In the City Center Near Other Attractions
Chapel of Our Lady of Help (Viana do Castelo, Portugal).
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R. do Ermitério 105, Viana do Castelo

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It is located near the current "Campos" pottery that makes the traditional Viana pottery. In the wine cellar "Campos" in Viana, the Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Ajuda has its first record in the listing of 1743 in the form of "ancient" and "erected more than forty years ago". It was instituted by devotees and lay people. Its main image is that of Nossa Senhora da Ajuda, flanked by paintings on wood and the granite pulpit with a carved heart.

History

The belief in Nossa Senhora da Ajuda was instilled for the opening of a Fraternity in 1693, as well as the biannual service on 8 September. The abbot chose the hermits of the chapel, having the key, the silver crown of the Lady, the radiance of the Child and other pieces of the factory.

Characteristics

This beautiful Chapel is located at Rua do Ermitério nº105, in the municipality of Viana do Castelo. A lawn with vegetable gardens and fruit trees encloses the space and its architectural features are engraved painting, chancel with an opening to the south, gilded altarpiece, bronze lamp and bell. VisitsVisits h3>Unfortunately, the Chapel is closed practically all year round.

Sobre Viana do Castelo

Capital of Alto Minho, with the iconic Basilica of Santa Luzia overlooking the Lima estuary. City of maritime traditions, crafts and pilgrimages.

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