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Chapel of São Sebastião (St. Sebastian)

Chapel of São Sebastião (St. Sebastian)

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Chapel of São Sebastião (St. Sebastian)

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Location: Tavira (Santiago), Algarve, Portugal

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Niek 🇳🇱

October 1, 2025

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The Hermitage of St. Sebastian in Tavira is an 18th-century Baroque chapel built on medieval foundations. It contains a unique series of paintings from 1759 depicting the life of St. Sebastian and richly painted imitation marble walls. While the exterior is simple, the interior is remarkably detailed. After restoration, the chapel is occasionally used for cultural events.

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Niek 🇳🇱

September 30, 2025

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The Ermida de São Sebastião is an 18th-century Baroque chapel in Tavira, known for its beautiful trompe-l'œil paintings depicting the life of Saint Sebastian. The building has an attractive façade and is located near the Quartel da Atalaia. It is an important cultural monument and well worth a visit.

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lilian2260

March 7, 2025

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The Chapel of São Sebastião de Tavira has medieval origins and is linked to the veneration of the martyred saint, who was considered a champion against epidemics and contagions. It was rebuilt in the 18th century and still retains the characteristics of that period and a surprising artistic program, typically Baroque, in which leading regional artists participated.

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