Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Vila Real > Valpaços > Carrazedo de Montenegro e Curros > Silva
The Chapel of Saint Anthony is located in the serene area of Silva, within the locality of Carrazedo de Montenegro e Curros, in the municipality of Valpaços. This setting offers visitors a discovery experience in a predominantly rural and tranquil environment, characteristic of the Alto Tâmega region.
Its location allows for an immersion in the authenticity of the surrounding landscape, providing easy access to a point of interest that reflects the essence of local communities and their connection to the territory.
This chapel features an architecture of great simplicity, typical of the small religious buildings that dot the interior of Portugal. Its modest design and the use of materials that harmonize with the environment convey a sense of authenticity and a deep connection to the place.
The unpretentious exterior invites careful observation of its simple details, which, despite lacking grand ornaments, reveal its function and its value as a place of worship and a reference for the community. Its presence is an invitation to contemplate tradition and time.
Dedicated to Saint Anthony, this chapel is a place of significance for the inhabitants of the region. Throughout generations, it has served as a meeting point for faith and for the preservation of customs rooted in local culture, marking important moments in the life of the community.
The Chapel of Saint Anthony provides a space for personal reflection and for understanding the strong connection of rural communities to their religious heritage. It is a discreet testament to the devotion and identity of Carrazedo de Montenegro e Curros.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.5616368,-7.4115196
Coordinates DMS: 41°33'41.9"N 07°24'41.5"W