Igreja de São Francisco de Paula

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Igreja de São Francisco de Paula, Catholic church in Prazeres, Lisbon, Portugal

The church structure includes two bell towers on its facade and features interior decorations with marble applications and gilded carvings throughout the space.

The construction started in 1743 under Queen Mariana Victoria of Bourbon, wife of King Joseph I, and reached completion in April 1765.

The church contains notable artworks by Vieira Lusitano and houses the tomb of Queen Mariana Victoria, created by sculptor Machado de Castro.

Located at Rua Presidente Arriaga 86 in Lisbon, the church sits in the historical section of the Pampulha district within Estrela parish.

The ceiling of the nave displays a collection of paintings that cover the entire surface, demonstrating Portuguese religious artistic methods.

Location: Estrela

GPS coordinates: 38.70462,-9.16500

Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:23

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