Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Açores > Lajes do Pico > Ribeirinha > Império do Espírito Santo
The Império do Espírito Santo da Ribeirinha is located in the village of Ribeirinha, one of the parishes that make up the municipality of Lajes do Pico, on Pico Island. This building is integrated into the local urban fabric, contributing to the identity and profile of the village. Ribeirinha, like other communities on the island, is characterized by a serene environment, typical of Azorean rural landscapes.
Pico Island, where this império is located, is known for its unique volcanic geology and the strong presence of Azorean traditions. The império's location offers a perspective of daily life and the cultural heritage deeply rooted in this part of the archipelago.
This building represents one of the many "Impérios do Espírito Santo" that are found across the Azores islands, serving as a central element of one of the region's most striking and distinctive cultural and religious manifestations. The impérios are places of devotion and celebration, fundamental for the realization of the Holy Spirit festivities, which annually gather the community, especially in the post-Easter period.
The Império da Ribeirinha was built in the 20th century, more precisely in 1928, a year visibly inscribed on its facade. Its structure, although simply designed, is rich in symbolism, reflecting the purpose for which it was erected: to serve as a meeting point and place of veneration, where faith, sharing, and tradition are kept alive from generation to generation.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.439999,-28.0908887
Coordinates DMS: 38°26'24.0"N 28°05'27.2"W
Weather Ribeirinha
On-duty Pharmacy Ribeirinha
