Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Vila Real > Santa Marta de Penaguião > Alvações do Corgo > Azinheira
The municipality of Santa Marta de Penaguião, in the district of Vila Real, hosts the Chapel of Our Lady of the Conception, also known as the Chapel of Azinheira, in its locality of Alvações do Corgo, more specifically in Azinheira. It is immersed in a predominantly rural and serene landscape, typical of the Douro Wine Region. Its location invites contemplation of the surrounding environment, characterized by gentle topography and the presence of vegetation that dots the horizon, lending it an atmosphere of tranquility and reflection.
The Chapel of Azinheira, as a religious building, displays the characteristics of a votive construction linked to community life. Typically, this type of rural chapel is distinguished by its simplicity and functionality, with sober lines that blend into the local landscape. Although the artistic details are on a smaller scale, its value lies in the emphasis placed on its devotional purpose, serving as a space of faith and unity for the people of Azinheira and its surroundings. Its structure reflects the devotion and perseverance of the community over time.
Dedicated to Our Lady of the Conception, the chapel holds profound cultural and symbolic value for the community of Azinheira. Being a place of worship, it is also a repository of collective memory and traditions that remain alive in this part of the municipality of Santa Marta de Penaguião. It represents a testament to the faith and perseverance of the local people, acting as a pillar of the village's identity. Its existence underscores the importance of popular religiosity and the intangible heritage passed down through generations, inviting introspection on spirituality and local history.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.2051562,-7.7527397
Coordinates DMS: 41°12'18.6"N 07°45'9.9"W
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