Feridouro Chapel or Saint Francis of Assisi Chapel

Category: Religious Architecture > Church

District: Aveiro > Águeda > Belazaima do Chão > Foz

Location

Located in the area known as Foz, within the peaceful locality of Belazaima do Chão, this chapel is situated in a predominantly rural environment. Its position integrates it into the serene landscape of the area, characteristic of the municipality of Águeda.

Appearance and Integration

The Feridouro Chapel, also known as Saint Francis of Assisi, features the characteristic architecture of small Portuguese rural hermitages. Its lines are simple and unadorned, reflecting local functionality and devotion. The construction naturally blends into the surrounding houses or landscape of Foz, in Belazaima do Chão.

A Point of Local Devotion

More than just a building, the chapel serves as a point of reference for the community of Belazaima do Chão, especially for the inhabitants of the Foz area. It represents local devotion and offers a space for tranquility and reflection for visitors, integrating into the religious and cultural life of the village.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt