Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Viana do Castelo > Paredes de Coura > Rubiães
The Chapel of São Roque is located in the serene locality of Rubiães, one of the tranquil corners of the municipality of Paredes de Coura, in Minho. More specifically, it is situated in the place of Antas. Its position, integrated into the region's verdant landscape, offers a rural and serene environment, inviting calm and contemplation.
The location reflects the essence of the Alto Minho landscapes, with its fields and mountains, providing a sense of connection with the surrounding nature and the simplicity of country life.
The Chapel of São Roque has a deep connection with local history, as attested by ancient documents that refer to its existence. These records reveal that the chapel was the subject of a petition for its blessing, a significant process that directly involved the residents of Antas, in Rubiães.
This fact underscores the chapel's importance to the parish community, highlighting its role as a cultural and religious reference point in the social life of the time, and its relevance to the people who lived there.
The Chapel of São Roque presents itself as a modest-sized construction, characteristic of rural religious architecture in Minho. Its simplicity is one of its greatest charms, harmonizing naturally with the surrounding landscape.
The ambiance the chapel provides is one of peace and contemplation. It is a place that invites a pause and introspection, ideal for those seeking a moment of tranquility and to appreciate the simple architecture that blends into the natural beauty of the countryside. Its serene atmosphere is an invitation to enjoy the calm that surrounds it.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.890791,-8.6255842
Coordinates DMS: 41°53'26.8"N 08°37'32.1"W
Weather Rubiães
On-duty Pharmacy Rubiães
