Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Braga > Vieira do Minho > Guilhofrei > Vila Boa
The Chapel of Santa Eufémia is located in the Vila Boa area, part of the locality of Guilhofrei. This place is set within the typical rural landscape of the municipality of Vieira do Minho. Its position in the Vila Boa area provides a calm environment, integrated into the life of the local community, away from the hustle and bustle of more urbanized areas, reflecting the serene character of the natural surroundings.
Upon visiting the Chapel of Santa Eufémia, one finds an example of small-scale religious architecture, common in Portuguese rural areas. Its construction stands out for the simplicity of its lines and the use of traditional materials, such as stone, integrating harmoniously into the landscape. It is a modest structure, yet it holds within it the devotion and history of the people who built and maintained it over time.
The Chapel of Santa Eufémia represents a reference point for faith and traditions in Guilhofrei. Dedicated to Santa Eufémia, a figure venerated by the local community, the chapel is a space for contemplation and prayer. Although small, its presence is significant for the inhabitants of the area, testifying to the continuity of religious and cultural practices that shape the identity of this place in the municipality of Vieira do Minho.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.5707159,-8.1105709
Coordinates DMS: 41°34'14.6"N 08°06'38.1"W
Weather Guilhofrei
On-duty Pharmacy Guilhofrei
