Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Açores > Ponta Delgada > Ponta Delgada > Fajã de Baixo
The Parish Church of Our Lady of the Angels (Nossa Senhora dos Anjos) is located in Fajã de Baixo, an urbanized area that is part of the municipality and city of Ponta Delgada.
The religious building is set within the residential environment of this locality, serving as a landmark on Rua Direita da Faja. Fajã de Baixo is distinguished by its connection to the urban life of Ponta Delgada, while simultaneously retaining characteristics of an area with agricultural and communal roots.
The presence of a place of worship dedicated to Our Lady of the Angels in Fajã de Baixo dates back centuries. In the 16th century, there was already a hermitage or primitive church slightly above the current temple's location.
Over time, the original construction fell into disrepair. Faced with this need, the local community decided to build a new parish church, the construction process of which was completed in the late 18th century, resulting in the edifice that can be observed today.
When visiting the church, its façade is one of the standout elements. It presents a distinctly baroque style.
The contours and decorative details of the main façade are representative of the predominant architectural aesthetic of the period when the church was completed, lending it a visual aspect of historical and artistic interest.
The cultural and historical importance of the Parish Church of Our Lady of the Angels has been formally recognized by the competent authorities.
The property has been classified as a "Property of Public Interest." This status underscores the building's value within the panorama of built heritage on the island of São Miguel and in Portugal.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 37.7595801,-25.6530206
Coordinates DMS: 37°45'34.5"N 25°39'10.9"W
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