Chapel of Senhor da Ladeira

Category: Religious Architecture > Chapel

District: Coimbra > Arganil > Valbona > Mourão

Location

The Chapel of Senhor da Ladeira is nestled in a rural and serene setting, on the slopes of Mont'Alto, belonging to the locality of Valbona, in the municipality of Arganil. Its isolated position, in the Mourão area, provides an environment of great tranquility, inviting contemplation of the surrounding landscape.

This natural setting offers a haven of peace, where the chapel harmonizes with the untouched beauty of the rural environment, far from the hustle and bustle. Its presence marks a point of stillness in the vastness of the local landscape.

Origin and Purpose

Built in the 18th century, the Chapel of Senhor da Ladeira is a testament to the religious architecture of that period. Since its construction, this space has maintained its original function, serving as a place of worship and devotion. Its existence, over the centuries, reflects the persistence of faith in the community.

It is private property of the Catholic Church, which ensures its continued religious vocation and the preservation of its heritage for future generations. The chapel thus remains a spiritual and historical landmark in the region.

Style and Materials

The chapel exhibits religious architecture in the Baroque style, characterized by a longitudinal plan and a facade with simple lines. The facade is framed by robust Tuscan pilasters, executed in granite stonework, giving it solidity and a distinctive appearance.

The main entrance is marked by a rectangular molded door, above which opens a balcony window, protected by a detailed wrought-iron railing. Decorative granite elements, such as friezes, cornices, pinnacles, and crosses, enrich the composition of the facade. The stone masonry walls are plastered and whitewashed, creating a visual contrast with the nobility of the stonework and the wooden doors. The roof, covered with ceramic tiles, completes the traditional and timeless image of this building.

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