Convent of Our Lady of the Conception
Convento Nossa Senhora da Conceição
This historic convent and church in Itanhaém, Brazil, functions as a museum, showcasing colonial architecture and ancient ruins. It has a unique past, including a fire started by a friar trying to get rid of bats.

📜 Historic convent and church atop a wooded hill in Itanhaém, Brazil.
🔍 Functions as a Catholic place of worship and a museum, with ruins dating back to the 16th century and a unique history, including being partially destroyed by fire in 1883 by a friar attempting to remove bats.

Why Go

🏰 Explore colonial baroque architecture and ancient ruins 📸 Great for photography with dramatic light and shadows 🚶‍♀️ Experience a less crowded historical site with local life 🏛️ View furnished rooms of the former religious retreat and historical signs 📖 Learn about its unique history, including a whipping post

Why Avoid

🦟 Mosquitos present, bring bug spray

Tips

🚗 Easily accessible by car or taxi, pathway to the site 📸 Visit in early mornings or late afternoons for best light 🗺️ Explore surrounding grounds for unique photo angles Respect local community when taking photos

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