About Chapel of Our Lady of Angustias
The Chapel of Our Lady of Angustias is a historic Portuguese-era Catholic chapel located inside Moti Daman Fort in Daman, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. Built during Portuguese rule, it is dedicated to Our Lady of Anguish and reflects simple colonial architecture. Situated near the fort walls and close to the Daman coastline, it remains a quiet place of worship and a point of interest for visitors exploring the fort complex and Daman's heritage churches.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small, simple Portuguese-style chapel situated within the walled complex of Moti Daman Fort. The exterior shows plain whitewashed walls and modest colonial features, while the interior contains an altar dedicated to Our Lady of Angustias. The surroundings are quiet with fort walls, narrow lanes and nearby heritage churches. The site is primarily for quiet viewing, photography of the exterior, and short prayer visits, often combined with a walk around the fort.
Key highlights
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Historic Portuguese-era Catholic chapel inside Moti Daman Fort
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Dedicated to Our Lady of Angustias (Our Lady of Anguish)
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Simple colonial architecture with whitewashed facade and altar
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Quiet spiritual setting within the fort heritage precinct