Igreja Matriz de São Sebastião
Igreja Matriz de São Sebastião
Igreja Matriz de São Sebastião
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ROCruiser
Claremont, CA4,569 contributions
Nov 2019
You won't miss this when visiting Ponta Delgada since the church stands right next to the city gates. I suggest going there at night if at all possible for a very different feel of the church. Very impressive!
Written 13 March 2020
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Life2Travel
Charlotte, NC1,631 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
This is a beautiful church inside and out in the pedestrian area of Ponta Delgado. The contrast of the black and white is stunning and unusual to see. There are benches with trees and flowers around the church and a great area to enjoy a drink and people watch as we did.
Written 6 May 2024
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Jeff K
Pittsburgh, PA2,225 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
The church is in the heart of town. The interior is large and quite beautiful. It’s exterior is equally impressive at night. Added bonus: the huge clock keeps accurate time and has a nice chime.
Written 13 September 2023
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LouP
Orford, Canada219 contributions
June 2024 • Friends
Wide church very central downtown Ponta Delgada. Worth a quick look when you pass by, but not worth a detour. We would have like some information about its history. The islands have such distinct and amzing churches, this one does not stand out among the others.
Written 15 June 2024
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AJ&ERtravel
Vancouver Island, Canada308 contributions
Apr 2014 • Couples
It was pouring rain with a cloud cover of a few feet. We were glad we weren't doing one of the Island tours. Off the cruise ship we shuffled about Ponta Delgarda looking for somewhere dry and interesting to visit. Not to be irreverent but we are not particularly religiously inclined so entering the church was more of a curiosity. The architecture and ecclesiastical symbolism has been beautifully covered by other reviewers so I'll leave that as written.
Our revelation came suddenly and clearly. The church spoke volumes of the people of the Azores. We could sense through their church who they were, how they felt and what they valued. Centuries of struggle on small islands in the Atlantic, bolstered by their belief and faith, made the church the anchor of their society. You could actually feel the comfort of their sanctuary. It was a moving and revealing experience. It's well worth a visit.
Our revelation came suddenly and clearly. The church spoke volumes of the people of the Azores. We could sense through their church who they were, how they felt and what they valued. Centuries of struggle on small islands in the Atlantic, bolstered by their belief and faith, made the church the anchor of their society. You could actually feel the comfort of their sanctuary. It was a moving and revealing experience. It's well worth a visit.
Written 9 June 2014
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Nadiya K
Kiev, Ukraine345 contributions
Dec 2014 • Friends
This beautiful church of the 16th century is located near the Portas da Cidade (Gates of the city) in the centre of Ponta Delgada, in very close proximity to the port. Opposite the church you can find a nice cafe where you can drink a cup of cappuccino enjoying the view
Written 9 December 2014
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Acoreana60
USA22 contributions
June 2013 • Couples
Lovely church in the middle of the City. Classic architecture. Close to all attractions, but a place where you could just be quiet and with The Lord..!
Written 31 May 2014
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pattyhopkins
Exeter, RI7 contributions
Aug 2013 • Family
Amazing church one or our favorites. Great history and beautiful inside. Very old. The priest was very willing to share the history and took the time to talk to us at length
Written 18 August 2013
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Linda M
Bridgewater, Canada868 contributions
Apr 2018 • Solo
I was in Ponta Delgada over the Easter Season and it was wonderful to see this beautiful church and to hear the lovely music provided by a great choir.
Written 14 April 2018
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gordonsoares
Littleton, CO13 contributions
Sept 2015 • Family
I found this place to be a wonderful connection to my past. The church is next to a convent where my Grandfather was placed "on the wheel" in 1876. the wheel is where people could drop off their baby and have the nuns find homes for them. It is in fact a wheel that is partitioned such that neither the give or receiver will be seen while the baby is spun to the nun.
Written 1 October 2015
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What are the opening times to go up on the tower? Thanks in advance
Written 31 August 2022
Hi, what time are Masses on Sunday, April 9th? Thanks
Written 26 March 2017
I do not know the current times for mass.
Visiting (hours) times:Monday-Saturday are 7:30 to 19:00.
Sunday, 7:30 to 13:00 and from 16:00 to 18:00.
The church does not close for holidays or other reason.
Written 31 March 2017
Does the church have baptismal documents available for review by the public? My grandfather was born near this church in 1901 and I would like to research any records that may be available. Thanks.
Written 15 June 2016
Sorry, don't know. Have you tried contacting them direct?
Written 16 June 2016
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