Igreja Nossa Senhora do Rosário, matriz de Olhão, e Capela de Nosso Senhor dos Aflitos

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Igreja Nossa Senhora do Rosário, matriz de Olhão, e Capela de Nosso Senhor dos Aflitos

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Igreja Nossa Senhora do Rosário, matriz de Olhão, e Capela de Nosso Senhor dos Aflitos, Main church and chapel in central Olhão, Portugal

The church displays a distinctive facade with six large windows arranged in civil style, complemented by baroque ornaments and seventeenth-century architectural elements.

The construction of Nossa Senhora do Rosário Church extended over 17 years in the seventeenth century, establishing itself as the main religious structure in Olhão.

The interior features an ornate triumphal arch and houses a significant sculpture of the crucified Christ positioned at the secondary altar.

Located in central Olhão, the church offers external parking facilities and receives regular bus connections from Faro central station.

The Capela dos Aflitos at the rear section contains a distinctive glazed tile panel depicting the crucified Christ, setting it apart from other local chapels.

Location: Olhão

GPS coordinates: 37.02630,-7.84074

Latest update: March 7, 2025 02:51

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