Our Lady of the Head Chapel

Category: Religious Architecture > Church

District: Viana do Castelo > Arcos de Valdevez > São Miguel > Nossa Senhora da Cabeça

Location

The Chapel of Our Lady of the Head is situated in the eponymous urbanization, "Nossa Senhora da Cabeça" (Our Lady of the Head), an integral part of the locality of São Miguel, in the municipality of Arcos de Valdevez. Its position in the territory contributes to its integration into the landscape and the life of the surrounding community, offering a point of interest that aligns with the local environment.

Faith and Local Tradition

This chapel is a landmark of devotion in the region, dedicated to Our Lady of the Head. Its presence is a strong testament to the faith and cultural roots of the locality of São Miguel. Annually, the chapel and its invocation are the epicenter of the traditional Feast in Honor of Our Lady of the Head, a vibrant period of celebration and community unity, which highlights the enduring relevance of this place for the inhabitants of the area.

The Legacy of a Name

Although there are no architectural details or a detailed chronology abundantly referenced in the available sources, the Chapel of Our Lady of the Head assumes a deep symbolic value. It represents a meeting point for spirituality and for the preservation of traditions, being a place that, through its very existence and the worship it encompasses, contributes to the identity and cultural richness of Arcos de Valdevez.

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