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Capela dos Ossos (Faro)
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Capela dos Ossos in Faro is a small chapel adjacent to the Carmo Church, built in the 19th century using bones and skulls exhumed from the church's cemetery. The walls and pillars are lined with over 1,000 human remains, arranged in decorative patterns, creating a somber yet fascinating atmosphere. Visitors often pause to read the inscription: 'Pára aqui a considerar que a este estado hás de chegar' (Stop here to consider that you will reach this state). It's a unique, thought-provoking attraction that draws those interested in the macabre and cultural history.
Don't miss
- Viewing the walls covered in skulls and bones arranged in geometric patterns.
- Reading the poignant inscription about human mortality.
- Noting the two desiccated bodies hanging from chains, adding to the eerie ambiance.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Capela dos Ossos (Faro)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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