Category: Religious Architecture > Altar
District: Vila Real > Vila Pouca de Aguiar > Cidadelha de Aguiar > Urbanização Seravelha
The Chapel of Cidadelhe Village is located in the Seravelha area, an area that is part of the picturesque locality of Cidadelhe de Aguiar. This village, nestled within the municipality of Vila Pouca de Aguiar, in the district of Vila Real, is integrated into an environment that combines the character of a more recent settlement with the persistence of local traditions. The chapel is surrounded by other constructions, discretely blending into the village's urban fabric.
The main highlight inside the Chapel of Cidadelhe Village is its remarkable gilded carved altarpiece. This Baroque example represents a piece of great artistic and historical value, adorning the space dedicated to Our Lady of Conception. The richness of detail in the sculpted wood and its gold leaf create an atmosphere of solemnity and beauty, characteristic of the sacred art of the period.
Although the chapel is integrated into the surrounding housing, which has developed over time, its façade and front churchyard remain intact, preserving its original design. The chapel's structure, though currently closed for worship, is a testament to local religious architecture. Its exterior simplicity contrasts with the opulence of the altar it houses, inviting a close look at its construction and the context in which it is set.
The Chapel of Cidadelhe Village is recognized as an element of significant importance in the landscape of the material heritage of the municipality of Vila Pouca de Aguiar. Its value is not limited to the Baroque altar it houses but extends to the building in its entirety and its churchyard. It is a point of interest that reflects the history and culture of the region, preserving artistic elements that contribute to the identity of Cidadelhe de Aguiar.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.51146839,-7.63962215
Coordinates DMS: 41°30'41.3"N 07°38'22.6"W
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