Sao Jacinto Church

Sao Jacinto Church

Elevated: 164.1853Â Â Â Â Feast: Last Sunday of September

History: Originally a Chapel was founded on this island called “Ilha do Secretariado” before 1731. It was rebuilt in 1789 and further reconstructed on greater dimensions in 1830. It was elevated to a parochial church by provision dated 16.4.1853.

Architectural notes:

• Eclectic style with Neo-Roman and Neo-Gothic features
• Medium size, 5 bays x 3 storeys
• Frontispiece gable has templet flanked by large spearhead finials
• Pointed arches for openings
• Twin bell turrets with spearhead finials
• Large porch with tiled roof and masonry columns