Category: Religious Architecture > Chapel
District: Coimbra > Arganil > Vila Cova de Alva > Sítio
The Convent of Saint Anthony is located in the area known as "Sítio", in Vila Cova de Alva. This location integrates the building into the rural and tranquil landscape of the Arganil region. It is slightly set apart from the village center, at a point that allows for a visual connection with the natural surroundings, characteristic of this area of the municipality.
Its position in the locality contributes to an atmosphere of seclusion and peace, in harmony with the surrounding nature, typical of the mountain ranges and valleys of central Portugal.
This convent is a testament to the presence and impact of religious orders on local life and landscape throughout the centuries. Its construction dates back to a specific period in the region's history, reflecting the customs and the importance of faith in the community of Vila Cova de Alva and its surroundings.
The building bears the marks of time, telling part of the history of the village and the people who passed through it, from the friars who inhabited it to the moments of greater or lesser relevance it endured.
The structure of the Convent of Saint Anthony exhibits elements characteristic of conventual architecture. Although it may show alterations over time, its original design reflects the sobriety and functionality necessary for a religious house.
Visiting this place provides contact with an environment of quietude and contemplation. The simplicity of the construction and its integration into the landscape create a space inviting reflection, where silence is often only broken by the sounds of the surrounding nature.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 40.28268691270774,-7.941328873284137
Coordinates DMS: 40°16'57.7"N 07°56'28.8"W
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