First published: 30/06/18.

Michael Novins

Bom Jesus Do Monte

Bom Jesus do Monte (Inscribed)

Bom Jesus do Monte by Michael Novins

In June 2018, I rented a car and drove from Porto to the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus, a pilgrimage site in northern Portugal that’s known for its monumental zigzag stairway. Pilgrims traditionally ascend the 577-step Baroque staircase on their knees. I opted, instead, to take the 1882 water-powered funicular.

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