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Unique basilica that was rebuilt after the earthquake of 1755. Of note is how the Virgin Mary is highlighted front and center, with the parish started (in 1147) in memory of the Christian soldiers defending the faith. There is also a side alter of the Lady of Fatima with…
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Simply a beautiful Church built-in 1147, check out all the details on their walls. I was shocked by how it was so well preserved and so nice at the same time. It is amazing how people used to work years ago. As soon as I walked in I felt so at peace and I loved it.
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Located in the heart of Chiado, this is the first of the three churches as you climb Rua Garrett. It has a beautiful ceiling and main altar. Well worth a visit.
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The Basilica of Our Lady of the Martyrs is Catholic church with baroque and neoclassical style architecture. It has a very beautiful interior and painted ceiling. It is named in memory of all soldiers who died defending the Christian faith.
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This is where I started my pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela on the lesser traveled Portuguese Route. This is from the book I wrote about my spiritual journey called "Portuguese Camino - In Search of the Infinite Moment". I was at the Basilica of Our Lady of the Martyrs in…
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