Igreja Matriz de São Pedro
Igreja Matriz de São Pedro, Colonial church in São Pedro da Aldeia, Brazil
The church features a rectangular layout with external walls measuring 70 centimeters thick, constructed using stones, limestone, and whale oil as building materials.
Construction of the Igreja Matriz de São Pedro began in 1620 with the help of indigenous workers and reached completion in 1783 under Jesuit supervision.
The religious complex includes the church building, a former convent now serving as a parish hall, and a cemetery that reflects colonial Brazilian practices.
The National Institute of Historic and Artistic Heritage designated this structure as a protected site on August 12, 1938, ensuring its preservation.
The church walls incorporate whale oil in their construction, representing a distinct building technique from colonial Brazil's coastal regions.
Location: São Pedro da Aldeia
GPS coordinates: -22.83910,-42.10257
Latest update: March 29, 2025 14:41
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