St. Dominic's Church
St. Dominic's Church, Baroque church in Senado Square, Macau.
Description
St. Dominic's Church is a Baroque church in Senado Square, Macau, featuring a yellow facade with ornate carvings and bell towers. Its interior is divided into three halls connected by arched brick gateways.
History
Spanish Dominican priests founded the church in 1587, initially building it from camphorwood before reconstructing it with stone in the 17th century. These early transformations reflect how the building adapted to changing needs over generations.
Culture
The church displays religious artworks, including a Madonna and Child statue on the high altar and multiple paintings throughout its halls. These pieces reflect the Catholic tradition that has shaped spiritual life here for centuries.
Practical
The Treasury of Sacred Art is located in the bell tower and displays sacred objects from the Catholic tradition. The interior layout is straightforward with clear passages between the three main halls, making navigation easy for visitors.
Did you know?
The first Portuguese newspaper in China, A Abelha da China, began publication within the church's walls in 1822. This location marked an important moment in the region's early media history.
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