# Chapel of São Mamede de Janas

Sintra, Portugal

A rare circular chapel near Sintra, probably built in the late 16th century on an ancient sacred site. Dedicated to Saint Mamede, protector of animals, it still hosts an August festival in which cattle are led three times around the temple.

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Coordinates: 38.833119, -9.436473

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