Nossa Senhora de Belem Church

Nossa Senhora de Belem Church

Founded: 1645Â Â Â Â Feast: 6th January

History: The Church of Chandor was built in 1645. The frontispiece collapsed on 14.8.1949. It was reconstructed in Neo-Gothic style, but the nave and sanctuary of the church retain their Mannerist character. It was blessed on 17.12.1950. A piazza cross of intricate design stands on the church premises.

Architectural notes:

• Neo-Gothic style
• Medium size, 3 bays x 3 storeys
• Sequence of Arch-Rectangle-Oculus-Niche
• Pointed arch windows and niches
• Slim niche perched at apex
• Pointed arch windows and niches
• Slim niche perched at apex
• Pointed arch plaster moulding flanks oculus
• Twin towers with four spear finials each