Our Lady of Penha Chapel, Portuguese Catholic church on Penha Hill, Macau.
Our Lady of Penha Chapel is a religious building standing atop a hill in Macau and displays Neo-Manueline architectural style. From this location one can view Sai Van Lake and Macau Tower in the distance.
The building was founded in 1622 by Portuguese sailors who fled from Dutch pursuers during a voyage from Macau to Nagasaki. They erected this sanctuary to fulfill a vow made to the Virgin Mary.
The chapel serves as a place of veneration for the local community and plays an important role in religious observances throughout the year. People come to pray and participate in annual processions that link this holy site to the broader city.
The building sits atop a hill reached by a staircase and is open for visits throughout the day. Public buses provide access to the hill location, making it easy to reach.
A statue of Our Lady of Lourdes stands before the chapel, with a grotto located at the base of the hill's staircase. These two elements create an additional place of devotion that visitors can explore.
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