Raio Palace, 18th century baroque palace and museum in Braga, Portugal.
The palace features intricate blue and white azulejo tiles on its facade, alongside ornate sandstone carvings and detailed wrought iron verandas.
Construction began in the 1750s under architect André Soares for João Duarte de Faria, a merchant and knight of the Military Order of Christ.
The ten rooms of the museum contain artifacts spanning 500 years of Braga history, maintained by the Holy House of Mercy collection.
Located at Rua do Raio in central Braga, the palace offers guided tours and maintains accessibility features for visitors with reduced mobility.
The central staircase contains a statue called 'O Mexicano' and features illuminated display cases showcasing historical medical instruments from Portuguese healthcare.
Location: Braga (São José de São Lázaro e São João do Souto)
GPS coordinates: 41.54834,-8.42272
Latest update: March 8, 2025 13:25
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