About Francisco and Jacinta's House
Nestled in the small village of Aljustrel near Fátima, Portugal, Francisco and Jacinta Marto's humble home reflected the simple life of rural Portuguese farming families in the early 20th century. The stone and whitewashed dwelling was small but sturdy, with wooden-framed windows and a tiled roof typical of the region.
Inside, the sparse interior featured basic furnishings - wooden chairs, a simple table, and beds shared by the family. The house stood close to those of their cousin Lúcia dos Santos, with whom they shared their remarkable spiritual experiences. Despite their modest living conditions, the Marto children became known worldwide for their profound religious faith and their central role in the Fátima apparitions, which began in 1917 when they were young shepherds tending their family's sheep in the surrounding fields.