Igreja de Sao Pedro

Our first stop was just around the corner, but the doors were not open. Luckily, they were open later when we coming back, so got a chance to see the interior. The church is typical of those we see on Sao Miguel with stucco and beam exteriors and much carved, often gilded, wood.

The construction work of the church started in the 15th century and continued for more than two centuries. Over the period, several structural changes were made to the building before it acquired its present form.

Among the main highlights of the church include the Mannerist-style portico that dates back from the 16th century, a richly ornamented high altar, a statue of St. Pedro (St. Peter) to whom the church is dedicated, and originally gilded woodcarving.Read more