Category: Religious Architecture > Chapel
District: Vila Real > Vila Real > Arroios > Cabana
Situated in the picturesque locality of Arroios, integrated into the Cabana area, in the municipality and district of Vila Real, the Chapel of Arroios is nestled in an environment of great serenity. Its positioning is characteristic of religious constructions that became the heart of small population clusters, being surrounded by a traditional housing nucleus that gives the place an atmosphere of authenticity and community life. From here, it is possible to appreciate the tranquility of the Trás-os-Montes rural area, inviting contemplation of the surrounding landscape.
This place of worship, also known as the Chapel of Our Lady of Sorrows, is a living testament to the profound devotion and traditions that have shaped the lives of the people of Arroios throughout the centuries. Its existence is intrinsically linked to the history of the local community, serving as a meeting point and a place of celebration. The dedication to Our Lady of Sorrows reflects an aspect of Portuguese popular piety, marking the annual cycle with its festivities and moments of recollection, which strengthen the bonds between the inhabitants and their cultural and spiritual heritage.
The Chapel of Arroios features an architecture that reflects the humility and functionality characteristic of the region's rural religious constructions. With its modest scale and the probable use of local materials, such as stone, it harmoniously integrates into the surrounding landscape and the traditional housing that encircles it. It is not merely a building, but a pivotal element in the composition of Arroios' lived space, offering an environment of peace and contemplation where past and present meet in the simplicity of its forms and the vitality of its community.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.28573483,-7.70578328
Coordinates DMS: 41°17'8.6"N 07°42'20.8"W
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