Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Braga > Cabeceiras de Basto > Cruz do Muro > Refojos de Basto, Outeiro e Painzela
The Chapel of Our Lady of Health is located in the village of Cruz do Muro. It is situated in the area encompassing Refojos de Basto, Outeiro, and Painzela, within the municipality of Cabeceiras de Basto. The location is typically integrated into the region's serene rural landscape, offering an environment of calm and retreat.
This chapel is dedicated to Our Lady of Health, an invocation with strong significance in Portuguese popular culture. Devotion to Our Lady of Health is associated with the hope for healing from illnesses and the protection of well-being, making the site a spiritual reference point for the community and for those who travel there seeking a moment of faith.
The construction of the chapel is characterized by its simplicity, reflecting the popular religious architecture of the area. Its dimensions are modest, integrating harmoniously into the surrounding landscape. It is a building that invites introspection, in an uncluttered environment that focuses attention on its devotional function.
Visiting the Chapel of Our Lady of Health is to find a space of peace. The surrounding environment, far from the hustle and bustle, contributes to a feeling of tranquility and quietness. It is a suitable place for a pause, allowing one to appreciate the quietness of the rural area and dedicate a moment to personal reflection.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.5223796,-7.978744
Coordinates DMS: 41°31'20.6"N 07°58'43.5"W
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