Igreja de São João Evangelista

The church exhibits a Latin cross layout with a single nave, decorated with gold-leaf carvings and blue-and-white tiles from the 17th century.

Construction started in 1629 under Jesuit supervision, with the main structure completed by 1647 and decorative work continuing into the early 18th century.

The church contains eight connected side chapels and features ceiling paintings with plant motifs, including the letters IHS representing Jesuit symbolism.

The church sits within the Jesuit College complex, which now houses the University of Madeira and Catholic University, at coordinates 32.649866, -16.909018.

In 2008, master organ builder Dinarte Machado installed a large organ, which celebrated conductor Ton Koopman inaugurated with a performance.

Location: São Pedro

Inception: 1578

Architectural style: Mannerist architecture

Part of: Complexo do Colégio dos Jesuítas do Funchal

Website: http://diocesedofunchal.com

GPS coordinates: 32.64987,-16.90902

Latest update: March 10, 2025 07:11