Parish Church of Our Lady of Oliveira or Parish Church of Saint Sebastian of Canha

Category: Religious Architecture > Church

District: Setúbal > Montijo > Canha > Bairro Almansor

Location

Located on Rua de Santo António, in the parish of Canha, municipality of Montijo, Portugal.

Historical Origin

The current church dates back to the 16th century, although a previous religious building already existed in the 13th century. Throughout the centuries, it has undergone several interventions, especially between the 17th and 20th centuries.

Attached Chapel

, There is a chapel dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary, also from the 16th century.

, The Renaissance-style arch that frames the entrance to the chapel stands out.

, The walls are covered with green and white tiles typical of the 16th century.

, The altar has a gilded wood carving altarpiece, with paintings depicting episodes from the life of Our Lady.

Church Decoration

, The Main Chapel and the arch that separates it from the main body of the church are covered with polychrome tiles from the 17th century.

, These tiles are a point of great interest for visitors who appreciate art and history.

Heritage Classification

Since 1996, it has been classified as a property of municipal interest, recognizing its cultural and historical value.

Points of Interest for the Visitor

, The architecture that reflects different eras and artistic styles.

, The old tiles and the gilded wood carving of the altar.

, The serene atmosphere and the surrounding history of the church and chapel.

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

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