Church of Our Lady of the Star

Church of Our Lady of Estrela, Póvoa de São Miguel, Moura

Location

The Church of Our Lady of Estrela is located in the parish of Póvoa de São Miguel, municipality of Moura, district of Beja, in Portugal.

History

- Ancient Origin: The church was built in the 16th century and is considered the main church of the place with the same name.

- Ancient Paintings: The chancel of the church has frescoes dating from the 16th century.

- 19th Century Intervention: In the 19th century, the church underwent an intervention that resulted in the expansion of the nave and the execution of paintings on the walls and ceiling, dated 1856.

Characteristics

- Structure: The church has a single nave and a chancel, following a longitudinal layout.

- Main Facade: The facade is simple, highlighting only the straight lintel portal and the triangular pediment in stonework.

- Bell Tower: On the left side of the church, there is the bell tower, located on a slightly recessed plane.

- Located in the center of Estrela: The church is located in the center of Estrela and influenced the urban development of the parish.

Churchyard

In front of the church, there is a small churchyard.