Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora do Amparo is a religious landmark that represents part of Maricá’s historical heritage. Its origins date back to the colonial period of the municipality, when the first religious constructions were built to serve the early settlers of the region. Architecturally, although precise data on its dimensions or style were not found, parish churches in Brazil typically feature a central nave, main altar, sacristy, and baroque or neoclassical details depending on later renovations.
