Ermida de São Pedro das Cabeças
Mannerist monument that marks the spot where will have occurred the battle of Ourique, July 25, 1139. Is a shrine of pilgrimage, with predominance of the 1500s typology, which is reflected in the construction of small churches just one ship. Presents a triumphal arch back perfect based on pilasters and the high altar is made of wood with niche in masonry. According to a legend, this Chapel belongs to the Group of seven chapels sisters, who can see all each other: Senhora do Amparo, in Mértola; Lady of Guadalupe in Serpa; Senhora da Cola, Ourique; Senhora do Castelo, in Aljustrel, Lady of health in Martim Longo; Senhora da Piedade, in Loulé and Lady of Chockalingam, in Castro Verde.
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Monuments near Ermida de São Pedro das Cabeças
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Monument built in steel rods, intending to recreate a pine tree. Located outside the Forum Hall, this piece was created during the holiday season, eventually s…
Sítio Arqueológico de São Pedro das Cabeças
Archaeological remains dating back to the iron age in the 2nd, 5th and 3rd century BC the chronological period is marked since the Chalcolithic to Romanity. Al…
