Igreja do Socorro.

A little gem

Situated just outside the tourist trail of the old town, it sits high, perched above the fort. The blue tiling on either side of the altar is quite unusual and the painted ceiling is stunning We were...

Great landmark when up top

A white and black building with an onion tower when viewed from high. Inside are painted ceilings and a couple of tiled paintings. Pleasant and not too ostentatious as some baroque churches can be. Lo...

Wedding and cristening in Igreja do socorro

A very beautiful church, fantastic atmospere. Very emotionel to be a part of a ceremony in the Church.

Well worth finding

This is an attractive church , away from the tourist bustle and restaurants of Rua Santa Maria. The stark black and white exterior is impressive and it is a big church and almost impossible to phot...

Stunning church with an amazing view

Igreja do Socorro is a church with breathtaking architecture and a beautiful position on top of a hill overlooking the sea. Just a 5 minute walk from Funchal, it is quiet, peaceful and a very reflecti...