Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Viseu > Viseu > Aviúges > Barreiros e Cepões
The Chapel of São Brás is located in the tranquil village of Aviúges, part of the municipality of Viseu. Situated in the area of Barreiros and Cepões, its presence marks a point of interest that harmonizes with the serene and rural surroundings, characteristic of the Viseu region.
Although specific historical information about the Chapel of São Brás in Aviúges is not detailed in the provided sources, it is common for chapels with this dedication in Portugal to date back centuries, such as the 14th or 16th century, and to have played a central role in the religious and communal life of their lands. These structures are often landmarks of devotion and tradition, bearing witness to the faith of generations.
In the absence of detailed architectural descriptions regarding the Chapel of São Brás in Aviúges in the consulted material, it is expected that, similar to many rural chapels of the era, it features stone construction, with a simple plan and a gabled roof. Its exterior sobriety is a common feature of smaller places of worship, inviting introspection and the observation of stonework details that may adorn its facades.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 40.736108,-7.8194916
Coordinates DMS: 40°44'10.0"N 07°49'10.2"W
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