Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Bragança > Mogadouro > Azinhoso
The Chapel of Our Lady of Health (Capela de Nossa Senhora da Saúde) is located in Azinhoso, a village within the municipality of Mogadouro. It is set in a serene and rural environment, characteristic of the Trás-os-Montes region, offering the tranquility typical of a village. It serves as a point of reference within Azinhoso's urban fabric.
This site boasts roots that are lost in time. History records a strong connection between the devotion to Our Lady in Azinhoso and ancient events, notably a visit by King Dinis in 1287. It was during this period that the monarch is believed to have established a fair in the locality, during a visit to a sanctuary dedicated to the Virgin that existed there. The Chapel of Our Lady of Health perpetuates this tradition and the memory of that royal presence and the devotion that marked the place.
The name of the chapel, invoking Health, carries a profound symbolism of hope and protection, central to popular faith. For those seeking a moment of reflection or simply a peaceful refuge, the chapel offers an environment of tranquility. Its discreet presence and rural surroundings invite a pause and an appreciation for the simplicity and calm of the Transmontana countryside.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.3818949,-6.687105
Coordinates DMS: 41°22'54.8"N 06°41'13.6"W
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