Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Vila Real > Valpaços > Santa Valha
The Chapel of Santa Maria Madalena is located in the peaceful village of Santa Valha, a small hamlet belonging to the municipality of Valpaços, in the district of Vila Real. Integrated into a serene and rural environment, this chapel offers a refuge of calm and reflection, typical of the Alto Trás-os-Montes landscape. Its location allows visitors to appreciate the authenticity of the region's traditional architecture and the surrounding landscape.
The Chapel of Santa Maria Madalena stands out for its architecture, which shows an interesting superposition of eras. Elements dating back to an older, pre-Romanesque style can be observed, coexisting with significant additions made in the 16th century. This fusion of styles gives the chapel a unique character, revealing the various phases of construction and intervention over the centuries that have shaped its current form.
Upon entering the chapel, visitors encounter an interior that holds a valuable artistic treasure. The walls house a remarkable set of mural paintings, dating from the 16th century. These parietal artworks are particularly interesting for their technique: they were designed to simulate an altarpiece, creating an illusion of depth and grandeur in the space. The details and colors of these paintings tell the story of the devotion and aesthetics of the era in which they were created, enriching the experience of those who pass through.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.6838344,-7.2693936
Coordinates DMS: 41°41'1.8"N 07°16'9.8"W
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