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Igreja de Nossa Senhora Rosário

Rua Maria Lourenço do Espírito Santo

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Igreja de Nossa Senhora Rosário

The Igreja de Nossa Senhora Rosário is a Roman Catholic church located in Barão de Cocais, Brazil.

History

  • The exact date of its construction is not known, but it is believed to have been built in the 19th century.

Architecture

The church is an example of Portuguese colonial architecture, with a mix of Gothic and Renaissance styles.

  • The exterior features a simple yet imposing façade, while the interior boasts ornate decorations and intricate stone carvings.

Location

The Igreja de Nossa Senhora Rosário is situated on Rua Maria Lourenço do Espírito Santo in Barão de Cocais, Brazil.

  • The town of Barão de Cocais is located in the state of Minas Gerais, approximately 300 kilometers northwest of Belo Horizonte.

Denomination and Religious Significance

The church is a place of worship for the Roman Catholic denomination.

  • It is dedicated to the veneration of the Virgin Mary under the title of Nossa Senhora Rosário (Our Lady of the Rosary).

Architect and Notable Features

Unfortunately, information on the architect responsible for designing the church is not available.

  • The church features a notable bell tower that offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
  • The interior of the church contains several ornate altarpieces and statues, including a large image of Nossa Senhora Rosário.

Organ and Bells

No information is available on the details of the church's organ or bells.

Heritage Status

The Igreja de Nossa Senhora Rosário has been designated as a cultural heritage site by local authorities.

Visiting Information

  • The church is open to visitors during regular hours.
  • However, please note that opening hours may be subject to change.
  • The church is wheelchair accessible and offers seating areas for worshipers with mobility impairments.

Notable Artworks or Relics

No information is available on notable artworks or relics within the church.

Accessibility

The church is wheelchair accessible and offers seating areas for worshipers with mobility impairments.

Organ and Bells

No information is available on the details of the church's organ or bells.

Heritage Status

The Igreja de Nossa Senhora Rosário has been designated as a cultural heritage site by local authorities.

Visiting Information

  • The church is open to visitors during regular hours.
  • However, please note that opening hours may be subject to change.
  • The church is wheelchair accessible and offers seating areas for worshipers with mobility impairments.

Notable Artworks or Relics

No information is available on notable artworks or relics within the church.

Denomination and Religious Significance

The church is a place of worship for the Roman Catholic denomination.

  • It is dedicated to the veneration of the Virgin Mary under the title of Nossa Senhora Rosário (Our Lady of the Rosary).

Architecture

The church is an example of Portuguese colonial architecture, with a mix of Gothic and Renaissance styles.

  • The exterior features a simple yet imposing façade, while the interior boasts ornate decorations and intricate stone carvings.

Location

The Igreja de Nossa Senhora Rosário is situated on Rua Maria Lourenço do Espírito Santo in Barão de Cocais, Brazil.

  • The town of Barão de Cocais is located in the state of Minas Gerais, approximately 300 kilometers northwest of Belo Horizonte.

History

  • The exact date of its construction is not known, but it is believed to have been built in the 19th century.

Please note that some sections of this article are incomplete due to limited information available.

Details

NameIgreja de Nossa Senhora Rosário
CityBarão de Cocais
CountryBrazil
Coordinates-19.865007, -43.45684
Current useplace of worship
Accessibletrue