Ermida de Santo António do Alto - Faro, Portugal
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Torgut
N 37° 01.158 W 007° 55.228
29S E 596029 N 4097558
A very interesting and little known chapel in Faro, Southern Portugal
Waymark Code: WMFMTN
Location: Faro, Portugal
Date Posted: 11/05/2012
Views: 7
This chapel was built on the highest spot of the city of Faro, probably during the 15th Century. It embraced a medieval watch tower which existed (and is still there), which comes with little surprise, considering it's the highest spot in the area.
In the 16th Century the chapel was improved. Already in the 20th Century the tower was transformed, becoming a water deposit. However it's still possible to climb to the top (if you are lucky with the time of your visit) and enjoy the views around.
Type of Church: Chapel
Status of Building: Restored building not in use
Diocese: Faro
Address/Location:
Ermida de Santo António do Alto
Rua de Berlim
Faro, Portugal
Relvant Web Site: [Web Link]
Date of organization: Not listed
Date of building construction: Not listed
Dominant Architectural Style: Not listed
Associated Shrines, Art, etc.: Not listed
Archdiocese: Not listed
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