Chapel of Santa Catarina

The chapel had its origins in an old wooden chapel built in praise of Saint Catherine. The construction of the present building began at the end of the 18th century, when the Brotherhood of Souls and Wounds of Saint Francis moved from the Monastery of Santa Clara to the Chapel of Santa Catarina. This led to an increase in popularity of the cult of Saint Catherine and to the decision to build a new chapel. The chapel has two sections, one lower than the other, and underwent expansion and restoration works in 1801. ==Façade==

The main facade has a framed door topped by a circular pediment. A two-part coat of arms is fixed to the tympanum, with the arms of Saint Francis of Assisi and Saint Catherine. To the left stands the bell tower, which has two floors: the first has a door with a small window, and the second has four windows topped by a balcony. The dome is topped with an iron cross. Also noteworthy is the stained-glass window that represents souls, created in the 19th century by the painter Amândio Silva. ==Interior==

The interior of the chapel is in neoclassical style. On the main altar is a large painting called "The Ascension of the Lord" by Joaquim Rafael. ==References==