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The medieval remains of the Convent of S. Francisco de Guimarães said to still be visible in the high altar of the church are of historical importance, though what I feel really impresses the viewers is the guilded wood carving (which is stunning) surrounded by the 18th century…
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Lotts of detail and very peaceful to sit inside. take a moment and look up at the ceiling and the statues and alfrescos
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its a very beautiful church....we were so fortunate to meet a person who is involved in the church over all ,care of the convent ...he was so knowledgeable and we got to see and hear history and the beautiful artifacts.....every thing in the church came alive .....
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The fairly basic exterior of the building hides a truly stunning interior. It well deserves it's status as a national treasure. The large scale but intricate detailed interior is truly stunning. We went for a concert and the acoustics added another positive dimension. Located…
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Near the town centre is this large church, once part of a monastery, which is now used as a hospital. The church is richly decorated, has azulejos near the main altar, where also the carved tomb is from one of the early duchesses of Braganca (a bit hard to see). When we visited…
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