Church of São João de Deus, Catholic church in Praça de Londres, Areeiro district, Lisbon, Portugal.
Description
The Church of São João de Deus sits on Praça de Londres in the Areeiro district and was designed with a floor plan that brings worshippers and altar closer together spatially. The building shows a modern approach to church architecture with contemporary design elements throughout its interior.
History
The church was built in 1953 by architect António Lino during the expansion of the Avenidas Novas residential area. This project was part of Lisbon's growth at that time with a focus on modern urban design.
Culture
The church serves as a gathering place for the neighborhood, reflecting the community that surrounds it on Praça de Londres. Inside, you will find contemporary artistic elements that show how religious spaces can blend with modern expression.
Practical
The church is centrally located on a plaza with good public transportation access nearby. The interior is accessible during regular mass times, making it easy to visit and experience the space when services are held.
Did you know?
The church was designed with an unconventional floor plan that creates direct sightlines from every seat to the altar. This arrangement differs notably from traditional church layouts and made the building innovative for its time.
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