Chapel of the Divine Heart of Jesus or Pestanas Chapel

Category: Religious Architecture > Chapel

District: Porto > Porto > Porto > Centro Histórico

Location

Located in the Union of Parishes of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau and Vitória, in Porto.

History

Built by José Joaquim Guimarães Pestana da Silva between 1878 and 1890.

Architecture

It features a Neo-Gothic style, designed by the architect José de Macedo Araújo Júnior. Highlights include the statues of Saint Joseph and Saint Joachim, sculpted by António Soares dos Reis.

Interior

The space is embellished with stained glass windows and liturgical furniture. The main altar, which came from the Wilmotte House of Liège, was awarded in 1885 at the Antwerp Universal Exposition.

Classification

The chapel has been considered a Property of Public Interest since 1996, recognized as a unique example of Neo-Gothic art in Portugal.

Current state

Despite its historical importance, the chapel has faced problems of degradation and abandonment, with records of thefts.

Attraction

It is an interesting place for those who appreciate history and architecture, being a recommended visit to better understand the cultural heritage of Porto.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capela_dos_Pestanas

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