Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Coimbra > Figueira da Foz > Lavos > Boavista
Located in the village of Santa Luzia, the Church of Nossa Senhora da Conceição is a religious landmark from the 18th century.
Formerly a hermitage, the church was erected in the 18th century due to the relocation of the village caused by natural factors.
Dating back to 1744, the church underwent interventions in the 19th century, reflecting its history and evolution over the centuries.
It features a Baroque religious architecture, with decorative elements that distinguish it from other parish churches in the region.
The main facade is defined by pilasters and topped by pinnacles, reflecting the influence of the Baroque style.
Inside, the nave displays a painted ceiling and a decorative richness that contrasts with the exterior simplicity.
The main and side altarpieces follow the Rococo aesthetic, with gilded and marbled carvings from the 18th century, highlighting the artistic detail of the time.
The church houses several artistic treasures, including a 16th-century baptismal font made of Ançã stone.
Highlighting the image of Santa Luzia above the chancel arch, made of wood, and the representation of the Trinity in the Chapel of the Brotherhood of the Blessed Sacrament.
In the Chapel of Souls, an image of Pietà attracts the attention of visitors.
The patron saint, Nossa Senhora da Conceição (Our Lady of the Conception), is represented in a painting by Pascoal Parente in 1789, standing out as a work of religious art.
The gilded and marbled carved organ from the 18th century, located in the upper choir, is a piece of great historical and musical interest.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 40.09442760556774,-8.828731064354523
Coordinates DMS: 40°05'39.9"N 08°49'43.4"W
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