Chapel of the Manor House of Santo António's Heirs

Category: Religious Architecture > Church

District: Aveiro > Oliveira de Azeméis > Oliveira de Azeméis > Passos

Location:

The Chapel of the Solar dos Morgados de Santo António is located in the Passos area, an integral part of the locality and municipality of Oliveira de Azeméis. It is integrated into the urban context of this area, being a visible element with some presence in its surroundings.

Origin and History

This religious space has its roots in the late 17th century. An interesting aspect for visitors is the date of 1692, which is associated with the chapel and marks an important moment in its construction or completion, attesting to its antiquity.

Part of an Architectural Complex

The chapel is not an isolated building, but rather an integral part of a larger and more significant architectural complex: the Solar dos Morgados de Santo António. It connects directly to the main residence and shares space with other elements, such as a prominent staircase.

The character of the manor house and the chapel is often described as sober. The various components of this historic complex are designed to harmonize, offering a cohesive image of the stately architecture of the period.

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