Sites religieux à Madère

Madeira's Religious Heritage

This collection highlights Madeira’s principal religious sites and their defining features: Sé do Funchal serves as the cathedral and seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Funchal; Nossa Senhora do Monte is an active pilgrimage church with an annual festival on 14–15 August; Igreja do Colégio is noted for richly decorated walls, ceilings and a climbable tower; Convento de Santa Clara features traditional azulejos and an impressive wooden ceiling; Igreja Matriz de Santa Cruz dates from the 15th century and has a conspicuous bell tower.

Madeira's Religious Heritage — Carte

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A

Funchal Cathedral

The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption in Sé, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Funchal,…

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B

Our Lady of the Mountain Church

Pilgrimage site. Best time for a visit is 14th to 15th of August during the most important religious festival of Madeira.

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C

Igreja do Colégio

The church has beautifully decorated walls and ceiling. You can also climb the tower and admire the wonderful views.

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D

Santa Clara Church and Monastery

The chapel is characteristic for its traditional tiles and an impressive wooden ceiling.

E

Santa Cruz Main Church

Municipal church built in the 15th century. Its bell tower can be seen from distance.

Anne Chantereau / CC-BY-SA

F

Igreja de São Pedro

Roman Catholic parish church serving the local community.