Church of Our Lady of the Angels

The Church of Our Lady of the Angels is a colonial church in Penedo with baroque altars, painted wooden details, and religious paintings dating from the 17th century. The interior features detailed carvings and ornaments typical of Portuguese religious architecture from that era.

The church was built in the 17th century as Portuguese settlers established themselves in the region and built religious structures. The building was recognized and protected by IPHAN as national heritage in 1941.

The church reflects the religious importance that Portuguese settlers brought to this region, showing how local communities gathered here for worship. The decoration and layout follow European ideas of church design, but adapted to the Brazilian context.

The church is accessible on foot through the paved streets of Penedo's historic center, where regular Masses are held. Visitors should wear respectful clothing since this is an active place of worship, and the best time to explore is outside of service times.

The church blends European style elements with local building materials and construction techniques, representing a mix that is characteristic of many structures from this period. This interplay is particularly visible in how traditional Portuguese ornamentation was combined with Brazilian wood types and craftsmanship.