Chapel of Machio

Category: Religious Architecture > Church

District: Coimbra > Pampilhosa da Serra > Pavaca

Location:

The Machio Chapel is located in the Machio area, part of the locality of Pavaca, in the municipality of Pampilhosa da Serra. This site is part of the parish of Portela do Fojo, Machio.

It is situated in a mountainous environment, characteristic of this part of the region, marked by the proximity of the Zêzere and Unhais rivers, which contribute to the area's natural landscape.

The Surrounding Environment

When visiting the Machio Chapel, visitors find themselves in a typical mountain environment. The surrounding area is distinguished by its natural landscapes and the characteristic aromas in the air, a reflection of the local vegetation.

It is a place that invites tranquility and observation of the surrounding nature, set within the rural context of the Pampilhosa da Serra region.

Historical Context of the Area

The area where Machio is located has a history dating back to ancient times. In the past, this region was linked to the Order of Malta and was part of the former municipality of Alvares, before being integrated into the municipality of Pampilhosa da Serra from 1855 onwards.

The parish of Portela do Fojo, Machio, of which Pavaca is a part, was elevated to a parish in 1795, conferring a unique historical identity to this area, where the Machio Chapel is located.

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