Santuàrio de Nossa Senhora do Cabo Espichel


Santuàrio de Nossa Senhora do Cabo Espichel




Do Cabo Espichel is a cape located in the west of Sesimbra. This is a very touristic place because of the breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and because of the beautiful surrounding landscapes. 
Besides the scenery and the sea view, this place is also famous for a sanctuary complex.Very close to the edge of the high cliffs, there is a complex, including a church that is still used nowadays.

In the past, the cape was used as a defense of Portugal. When the country came to a quieter waterside, a sanctuary was built. This sanctuary was dedicated to Nossa Senhora do Cabo.  The church was built in 1701, with the cloister pendants on both sides, where the pilgrims were previously taken. 

When you enter the church, you can still find some important artistic pieces. For example, you can find the main altar with the image of Senhora do Cabo, the paintings in perspective on the ceiling and the paintings of Mestre da Lourinhà. These paintings mainly depict the saints of São Tiago and Santo António. Also the main altar stands can be seen in the church. This was mainly meant for royal visitors from that time.

The cliffs themselves are also incredibly impressive! On these cliffs, several different dinosaur fossil tracks have been found in some of the layers form the cliffs of the cape. Spectacular to see!



Locatie: Sesimbra, Portugal

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