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Igreja Nossa Senhora da Penha
It stands out for popular devotion, widespread in almost every country, and the original location, on a cliff high enough and pure rock, causing it to be seen from miles away.
It was built in 1635, as simple and rustic chapel, by Captain Baltazar de Abreu Cardoso, on land they own. In 1728, the brotherhood was transformed into Venerable Brotherhood of Our Lady of Penha de France.
Works were made for the expansion, especially the staircase, to give more security to those who climb the huge rock. Today object of legend and place of payment of pledges, the now famous open staircase has 382 steps in the rock alive and there are devotees who climb on their knees in penance.
The church interior denotes simplicity, having only one altar in the chancel where the statue of the patron. In the background you can see the ancient altar of the chapel with the first image of Our Lady of the Rosary. The temple has two towers with bells coming from Portugal.
Currently the church is the center of major festivals, especially in the month of October, dedicated to the devotion of the saint. Exists on the local House of Pilgrims and a great room promises, with ex-votos and a large number of objects.
Address: Largo da Penha, 19 - Penha Circular
Email: faleconosco@santuariopenhario.org.br
WebSite: http://www.santuariopenhario.org.br
Address: Largo da Penha, 19 - Penha
Phones: +55 (21) 2290-0942 / 3887-5155
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| Bob´s - Shopping Penha Rio is a American restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Igreja Nossa Senhora da Penha and can be found at Av. Brás de Pina, 150 Currently there are 586 outlets in 23 states, with headquarters Bob's - Figueiredo de Magalhaes, Rio de Janeiro. Today a major requested this fast-food milkshake is the Ovaltine, and Big Bob's burger, which comes with 100g of meat, cheese, lettuce seasoned with minced onion in a double bread with sesame. |
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