Church of Saint Peter or Abragão Main Church

Category: Religious Architecture > Church

District: Porto > Penafiel > Abragão

Location

Located in the parish of Abragão, municipality of Penafiel.

National Monument

Classified as a National Monument since 1977.

Connection to Romanesque

The church is part of the Romanesque Route of Vale do Sousa, a route that highlights the historical heritage of this region.

Historical Origin

During works in the Abragão Civic Center area, Romanesque architectural elements were found, integrated into the support building of the Parish Council, which previously functioned as a blacksmith's workshop. These pieces belonged to the original church.

Architecture

The current church was rebuilt in the second half of the 17th century, but still retains several pieces of its old Romanesque structure.

Religious Heritage

It is a point of great interest for those who want to explore the religious and cultural heritage of the region.

Cultural Interest

In addition to its historical value, its inclusion in the Romanesque Route highlights it as an example of Romanesque architecture in the region.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Igreja_de_São_Pedro_(Abragão)

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