Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Viseu > Sernancelhe > Arnas > Lugarinho
In the heart of Arnas, in the Lugarinho area, stands the Chapel of Santa Bárbara, positioned on an elevated point that offers a calm and inviting perspective over the surrounding landscape in the municipality of Sernancelhe. Its location invites a moment of serenity, framed by the tranquility of this area.
More than a building, the Chapel of Santa Bárbara represents a significant symbol for the community of Arnas. Although it does not boast the grand characteristics of a monument, its walls and surroundings preserve the memory of many generations, being a space where the deep stories and feelings of local inhabitants intertwine, who see it as an integral part of their identity and heritage.
The Chapel of Santa Bárbara is distinguished by its simple essence, reflecting the popular religious architecture of the region. However, this site underwent a careful restoration in recent years, which sought to preserve its original design and restore its genuine appearance. The interventions covered the interior, altars, paintings, and structures, including the placement of granite crosses on the exterior, revitalizing the chapel and its welcoming atmosphere.
The Chapel of Santa Bárbara maintains its primary function as a space of faith and devotion for the inhabitants of Arnas. The importance of the chapel in the religious life of the locality is such that there is a desire from the community to see December 4th, dedicated to its patron saint, Santa Bárbara, marked on the festive calendar of the municipality of Sernancelhe as a special day of celebration at this place of worship.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 40.86852,-7.4378891
Coordinates DMS: 40°52'6.7"N 07°26'16.4"W
Weather Arnas
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