Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Faro > Alcoutim > Martim Longo
The Church of Martim Longo, also known as the Church of Our Lady of the Conception (Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Conceição), is a religious building located in Martim Longo, in the municipality of Alcoutim, Faro District, Portugal.
The Church of Martim Longo was built in the 16th century and completed in 1554. It is one of the oldest churches in the region.
The church features traditional and charming architecture. Inside, a notable feature is a wall painting in the transept on the Epistle side, the sole survivor of a set of ancient paintings. There is also a collection of religious images and columns with inverted truncated pyramid-shaped capitals, influenced by the Byzantine style.
The church is dedicated to Our Lady of the Conception, an important figure in the Catholic faith. The local faithful hold a strong devotion to this saint, and the church serves as a significant place of worship for them.
The church's sacristy houses the most important archive in the region. Valuable historical documents and records can be found there, helping to tell the story of the community and the church over the years.
The Church of Martim Longo is situated in Martim Longo, a charming locality within the municipality of Alcoutim. It is an interesting visit for those wishing to explore the region's history and culture.
Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Igreja_Matriz_de_Martim_Longo
Coordinates DD: 37.4408068,-7.7716555
Coordinates DMS: 37°26'26.9"N 07°46'18.0"W
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