Church of Nossa Senhora da Luz

It’s old, it’s gold, and it’s got tiles that could outshine your grandma’s best china – meet the Church of Nossa Senhora da Luz!

Area

Ponta do Sol

Type

Church or Cemetery

Entrance Fees

Free - Like Jesus wanted it to be

Number on Map

Not on printed Map

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Nossa Senhora da Luz Church – History, Art & Heavenly Vibes in Ponta do Sol
Smack dab in the heart of Ponta do Sol, this church isn’t just a building – it’s a time capsule with bells. One of the most iconic landmarks on Madeira’s west coast, the Church of Nossa Senhora da Luz has been standing tall since the late 15th century. And no, it hasn’t aged a day… okay, maybe just a few hundred.

In 1708, the façade got a glow-up, giving the church that dramatic flair with a blend of Manueline and Neo-Mannerist architecture – a true holy mashup.

Step inside and you’ll find:

A single grand nave
A square bell tower ready to ring your sins away
Stunning side chapels
A jaw-dropping main chapel ceiling in a Hispano-Arabic style
Tile-covered walls (yes, real azulejos!)
A choir stall and an altar dressed in golden and blue-grey woodwork with five glorious oil paintings

But the real showstopper? The green ceramic baptismal font, possibly from Seville, Spain. It’s Mudéjar style and unique in Portugal – basically the Beyoncé of baptism bowls.

And don’t forget the silverware: a divine collection of sacred objects in silver. If churches had treasure chests, this would be it.

Don’t just stroll by – step in and soak up some culture with a side of goosebumps.

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