Hidden Secrets
Capela dos Ossos
Faro, Portugal
The Capela dos Ossos (transl. Chapel of Bones) is an ossuary chapel in Faro, Portugal, which belongs to the 18th century Carmelite church, Nossa Senhora do Carmo. Above the entrance, there is the following inscription: Pára aqui a considerar que a este estado hás-de chegar which translates to Stop here and consider, that you will reach this state too. The 4 by 6 metre-sized chapel is built of the bones of more than 1,000 Carmelite friars and has been inaugurated in 1816. It is situated behind the main church and contains also 1,245 skulls.
- Category
- Hidden Secrets
- Location
- Faro, Portugal
- Coordinates
- 37.02037, -7.93481
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q38857497
What is Capela dos Ossos?
Capela dos Ossos is a Hidden Secrets place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Arco da Vila, Cabo de Santa Maria Lighthouse, Castle of Loulé, Shrine of Our Lady of Mercy.
Where is Capela dos Ossos?
Capela dos Ossos is in Faro, Portugal. Coordinates: 37.02037, -7.93481.
How do I get to Capela dos Ossos?
Capela dos Ossos is at Faro, Portugal (37.02037, -7.93481). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.