Batalha Monastery, UNESCO World Heritage Site in Batalha, Portugal
The limestone monastery features pointed arches, tall spires, and expansive cloisters adorned with intricate stone carvings and detailed Gothic windows throughout the complex.
Construction began in 1386 under King John I of Portugal to commemorate the victory at the Battle of Aljubarrota, with completion occurring in 1517.
The monastery combines Gothic and Manueline architectural elements, displaying the evolution of Portuguese design through its chapels, tombs, and religious spaces.
The monastery receives 288,386 annual visitors and provides guided tours through its main church, royal pantheon, chapels, and Gothic cloisters.
The Unfinished Chapels section remains incomplete since the 16th century, featuring open-air stone structures with detailed geometric patterns and vaulted ceilings.
Location: Batalha
Inception: 1386
Architects: Afonso Domingues, Mateus Fernandes
Official opening: 1517
Architectural style: Manueline, Gothic architecture
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Address: Largo Infante Dom Henrique, 2440-109 Batalha, Portugal 2440-109 Batalha
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 09:00-18:30; Saturday 09:00-18:00; Sunday 09:00-18:30
Phone: +351244765497
Website: http://mosteirobatalha.pt/pt
GPS coordinates: 39.65917,-8.82611
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:38
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