Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Viana do Castelo > Paredes de Coura > Agualonga > Carvalhido
The Carvalhido Chapel is located in a tranquil and predominantly rural area, integrated into the small urbanization of Carvalhido, in the locality of Agualonga. This area, an integral part of the municipality of Paredes de Coura, offers a calm and peaceful environment. The chapel is harmoniously set within the landscape, inviting a moment of serenity, characteristic of the Minho interior, and providing an authentic view of the region's community life.
This chapel is a symbol of the strong spiritual connection of the communities of Agualonga and Carvalhido. Over the years, it has been an important meeting point for local inhabitants, a space where faith is celebrated and traditions are preserved. Its presence, though modest in size, represents the devotion and cultural heritage of the area, reflecting the relevance of religiosity in the daily life and history of these lands. It is an element that reinforces local identity.
The Carvalhido Chapel features simple architecture, with clean lines and a well-maintained appearance, common in the small religious constructions of the region. The environment surrounding the chapel is one of great tranquility, often punctuated by the presence of trees and green spaces that accentuate the feeling of peace. It is a place that invites introspection and contemplation, allowing visitors to appreciate the discreet beauty of the religious heritage and the calm of the surrounding landscape.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.8800607,-8.6212926
Coordinates DMS: 41°52'48.2"N 08°37'16.7"W
Weather Agualonga
On-duty Pharmacy Agualonga
