The Sacred Congá: Altar of Devotion and Unity in Umbanda

A Spiritual Portal of Light, Ancestors, and Syncretism At the heart of every Umbanda terreiro (spiritual temple), a sacred space brings visible and invisible worlds together. This is the Congá in Umbanda—an altar of power, beauty, and layered meanings. Though it may appear simple—a white cloth, statues, candles, and natural elements—it carries profound spiritual significance. The Congá welcomes spirits, […]