Description
Penha Convent in Vila Velha, Espírito Santo state, Brazil. The Convent is one of the oldest religious sanctuaries in Brazil and one of the main tourist attractions in the state of Espírito Santo. Located on top of a mountain, the church is surrounded by the largest "urban forest" in the state, which is an area of preserved Atlantic forest. In the Convent is the image of Our Lady of Penha, considered the patroness of Espírito Santo.The administration of the sanctuary is the responsibility of the Franciscan Order.