Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Leiria > Alcobaça > Cela > Cela Velha
The Chapel of São Bento is located in Cela Velha, a tranquil area within the locality of Cela, in the municipality of Alcobaça. Its position is set in an environment that suggests a connection to old farms or properties of the region, conveying a sense of seclusion and history to visitors.
This small temple stands out for its Mannerist style, an artistic current that developed after the Renaissance. One of its most notable and visually interesting elements is the wooden ceiling, which gives a particular atmosphere to the interior space. The chapel is classified as a Property of Municipal Interest, a recognition of its heritage and architectural relevance for the Alcobaça region.
The chapel is dedicated to Saint Benedict, a central figure in Western monasticism and founder of the Benedictine Order. His rule of monastic life, based on principles of prayer and work, had a profound impact, influencing, among others, the Cistercian Order, which established and flourished in the Alcobaça Monastery. The existence of this chapel in Cela reflects the enduring veneration of Saint Benedict in the region and the strong historical link to a monastic legacy that significantly shaped Alcobaça's cultural identity.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 39.5539493,-9.0489338
Coordinates DMS: 39°33'14.2"N 09°02'56.2"W
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