Bouça Farm Chapel

Category: Religious Architecture > Chapel

District: Viana do Castelo > Viana do Castelo > Deão > Quinta da Bouça

Location

The Chapel of Quinta da Bouça is located within the area that gives it its name, Quinta da Bouça, in the locality of Deão. This area, belonging to the municipality of Viana do Castelo, offers a tranquil setting, combining a rural environment with the accessibility characteristic of an urbanized zone. The chapel is harmoniously integrated into the landscape, contributing to the historical and cultural character of the Minho region.

Origins and History

This small religious building originated in the early 17th century, built as an integral part of a manor house. Its initial construction and subsequent adaptations over the centuries shaped the current appearance of the chapel, giving it an identity that reflects the passage of time. In 1860, a significant element was added to the main facade of the quinta where the chapel is located: a coat of arms, symbolizing the history and families connected to the place.

Architectural Style

The Chapel of Quinta da Bouça is distinguished by its sober and refined lines, a reflection of the "plain" architecture characteristic of the era in which it was erected. Integrated into the manor house complex, its aesthetic follows the formal rigor and simplicity that characterize the property. Despite various interventions over the years, the chapel preserves the essence of its original design, offering a glimpse into the Minho manorial architecture and the religious functionality associated with these large houses.

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