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Capela Nossa Senhora da Lapa

The Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora da Lapa is located in the parish of Quintela, Sernancelhe in Portugal and is where the original image of Nossa Senhora da Lapa is located.

The original chapel was built in 1498. The current church was built in the 17th century by the Jesuits, who greatly promoted pilgrimages.
The altar of Nossa Senhora da Lapa was erected in the place where, according to legend, Pastor Joana found the image hidden by the religious.
The Sanctuary holds the miracle rock in the chancel with the image of Senhora da Lapa.

Vieira do Minho
3h45 - 343 km to Lisbon
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