Angel of Portugal
The Angel of Portugal (Portuguese: Anjo de Portugal), also referred to as the Guardian Angel of Portugal (Anjo da Guarda de Portugal), the Holy Guardian Angel of Portugal (Santo Anjo da Guarda de Portugal), the Custodian Angel (Anjo Custódio) or the Angel of Peace (Anjo da Paz) is celebrated as the Guardian angel of Portugal. It is the only "national angel" recognised as such. Portugal celebrates the Feast of the Angel of Portugal on 10 June.
Guardian Angel of Portugal | |
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Stone statue of the Angel of Portugal at Museu Nacional Machado de Castro, in Coimbra, Portugal | |
| Venerated in | Portugal, Catholic Church |
| Major shrine | Sanctuary of Fátima |
| Feast | June 10 |
| Attributes | Archangel carrying the Portuguese Shield |
| Patronage | Portugal |
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