Mother Church of the Immaculate Conception

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Mother Church of the Immaculate Conception

Mother Church of the Immaculate Conception, Colonial Catholic church in Pau dos Ferros, Brazil

The church building features two stone towers, a central nave, and granite flooring, situated at the heart of the municipality.

The construction of this religious edifice began in 1738 through the mobilization of local farmer Francisco Marçal and became a parish church in 1756.

The church maintains strong religious traditions as part of the Diocese of Santa Luzia de Mossoró and has produced more than thirty local priests.

Located at coordinates 6°6′44.85″S and 38°12′17.87″W, the church holds regular services and maintains side gardens with notable local burials.

The building underwent multiple renovations, including the addition of a second tower in 2015 and the complete reconstruction of its main altar in 2012.

Location: Rio Grande do Norte

Inception: 1738

GPS coordinates: -6.11246,-38.20497

Latest update: March 3, 2025 01:06

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