Senhora das Dores Church

Senhora das Dores Church

Senhora das Dores church is an 18th century church in Póvoa de Varzim, Portugal, it includes the "pains of Mary" sculptures in six chapels.

The Senhora das Dores church was built in the site where formerly the "Senhor do Monte" (Lord of the Hill) was celebrated.


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