Igreja Matriz de Caminha, Gothic church in Caminha, Portugal
The Igreja Matriz de Caminha features three naves separated by rounded arches supported by cylindrical columns and displays stone carvings on its exterior walls.
Construction of the church began in 1488 under the direction of Basque architects Tomé de Tolosa and Francisco Fial, with completion achieved in 1556.
The church houses a chestnut wood ceiling considered among Portugal's finest examples of artistic carpentry, created by Galician craftsman Francisco Muñoz.
The church reopened in 2008 following restoration work that included cleaning and structural stabilization to ensure visitor safety and preservation.
The Mareantes Chapel, built in 1511, represents the first documented Renaissance architectural work in Portugal, incorporating classical design elements.
Location: Caminha (Matriz) e Vilarelho
Accessibility: Rollstuhlgerecht
GPS coordinates: 41.87810,-8.83858
Latest update: March 9, 2025 04:30
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Torre do Relógio (Caminha)
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Insua Lighthouse
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Chafariz da Praça Municipal
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Convento de San Bieito da Guarda
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Isla Canosa
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Câmara Municipal de Caminha
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Corpo da Guarda de Caminha
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Santa Tegra
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Playa Camposancos
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O Muíño
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