Chapel of Our Lady of Consolation

Category: Religious Architecture > Chapel

District: Madeira > Santa Cruz > Caniço > Garajau

Historical Origins

, Built or rebuilt by Aires de Ornelas in the late sixteenth century.

, Inaugurated in 1591.

Charming Architecture

, Features vernacular and Mannerist architecture.

, Has a rectangular plan and a main facade with stucco cladding.

, The interior is adorned with a Mannerist carved altarpiece, with regional influences, and continental wooden paintings.

Classification as a Property of Public Interest

, The Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Consolação is recognized as a Property of Public Interest, according to Decree No. 95/78.

, This historical site has great cultural and architectural relevance, deserving a careful visit from tourists.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt