Chapel of Our Lady of Piety (Castelo Branco)

Category: Religious Architecture > Chapel

District: Castelo Branco > Castelo Branco > Castelo Branco > Bairro do Barrocal

History and Foundation

, Uncertain foundation date, formerly known as the Chapel of S. Gregório.

Tile Heritage

, Highlight for the remarkable collection of decorative tiles.

, Tiles date back to 1739 and were donated by the family members of Dr. Francisco Rafeiro.

Tile Art

, Predominant Joanine style in the tiles.

Notable artistic representations

, Adoration of the Magi.

, Last Supper.

, Mysteries of the Virgin.

, Images of the Apostles.

Architecture

, Small nave of the chapel.

, Walls lined with tiles, enhancing the architectural beauty.

Tourist Visit

, Ideal for admirers of tile art and religious history.

, Opportunity to admire a significant cultural heritage.

, Tranquil and spiritual environment conducive to contemplation.

Location

, Located in Castelo Branco, in the region of Castelo Branco.

, Convenient access for visitors to explore the city.

Culture and Religion

, Reflects the religious devotion of the community.

, Visual representation of biblical events and mysteries of faith.

Joanine Influence

, Example of the artistic influence of the Joanine period in Portugal.

, Distinct stylistic elements in the tiles.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ficheiro:Capela_da_Senhora_da_Piedade_-_Castelo_Branco_-_Portugal_(8554323811).jpg

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