Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Leiria > Nazaré > Valado dos Frades
The Chapel of the Friars (Capela dos Frades) is serenely integrated into the village of Valado dos Frades, in the municipality of Nazaré. Situated in Church Square, it occupies a prominent position in the urban environment, being easily visible when traversing the local streets. Its presence is a landmark and a highlight in the village's landscape.
This site, known as the Chapel of the Friars, has a past extending through the 18th and 21st centuries, crucial periods in its construction and in the interventions that shaped its current form. Since its origin, it has served as a parish church, maintaining its religious importance for the community. Over the years, the chapel has been subject to significant construction campaigns, with marked dates indicating these transformations, such as 1866 on the bell tower, or 1951, inscribed on the forecourt pavement in front of the main portal, testifying to its continuous evolution.
The Chapel of the Friars presents itself as a religious building which, due to its location and the superposition of construction eras, acquires a unique character. Its architecture reflects the different phases of construction and renovation it has undergone, though without the attribution of a specific predominant style. The forecourt area, which extends in front of the building, invites observation of the main facade and the tranquil environment surrounding it, providing a moment of pause and contemplation.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 39.5873238,-9.0177977
Coordinates DMS: 39°35'14.4"N 09°01'4.1"W
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