Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Madeira > Câmara de Lobos > Câmara de Lobos > Ilhéu
The Church of São Sebastião stands in the heart of Câmara de Lobos, a picturesque fishing village in Madeira. Its central position, in the Ilhéu area, places it at the nerve centre of the locality, where one can feel the pulse of daily life and the connection to the sea. The urban surroundings maintain a genuine character, with traditional buildings that tell the history of the village.
This church, a historical landmark of Câmara de Lobos, features a remarkable Baroque style. Its construction spanned the 17th and 18th centuries, resulting in a structure with three naves that invite contemplation. The robustness of its façade and the grandeur of its interior are testaments to a period of great constructive fervour in the region.
Inside the Church of São Sebastião, the main altar stands out, enriched with elaborate gilded woodwork, which reflects the artistic mastery of the era. On another note, in the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, visitors will find an 18th-century tile panel, depicting the Agnus Dei, a detail of great symbolic and aesthetic value that deserves attention.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 32.6485552,-16.9779301
Coordinates DMS: 32°38'54.8"N 16°58'40.5"W
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