Hermitage of Saint Lucy

Category: Religious Architecture > Hermitage

District: Beja > Serpa > Pias > Guedelha

Location

The Chapel of Santa Luzia is located on the Pias-Moura road, 2 kilometers from the village of Pias, in the parish of Pias, municipality of Serpa, district of Beja, in Portugal.

History

The chapel was built during the Modern Age, probably at the beginning of the 16th century.

Classification

It is considered a Property of Public Interest since 1963.

Rural environment

The chapel is located in a rural area, isolated from the village, surrounded by agricultural land and close to the old cemetery.

Architecture

It presents characteristics of the Manueline style and is of small dimensions. The facade has a lateral bell gable. Internally, there is a single vaulted nave with pillars that support the triumphal arch, adorned with Manueline elements, such as bases and capitals.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ermida_de_Santa_Luzia_(Pias)

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