São Francisco Square in the Town of São Cristóvão, UNESCO World Heritage site in São Cristóvão, Brazil.
The square spans three hectares, surrounded by colonial structures including São Francisco Church, Provincial Palace, and Misericórdia Church against a stone-paved ground.
Portuguese forces rebuilt São Cristóvão and its central square in 1645 following Dutch military occupation, establishing it as the fourth oldest settlement in Brazil.
The architectural design merges Portuguese territorial organization with Spanish colonial urban planning, representing a period when both empires operated under one crown.
The square lies 26 kilometers from Aracaju, with guided tours available through local agencies and accommodations within walking distance of the historic buildings.
Stone pavements and quadrangular layout demonstrate specific construction methods from the colonial period, following regulations from the 1603 Codigo Philippino.
Location: São Cristóvão
GPS coordinates: -11.01331,-37.20529
Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:49
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