Igreja de São João de Alporão, Romanesque church and museum in Santarém, Portugal.
The Igreja de São João de Alporão exhibits Gothic architectural elements with robust stone walls and a prominent bell tower rising above Santarém.
Constructed in the 12th century, this church served as a chapel for a monastic order before transitioning into a museum dedicated to regional artifacts.
The structure houses a collection of medieval religious sculptures, stone carvings, and architectural fragments that represent Portuguese ecclesiastical art.
The building opens Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00, with guided tours available in Portuguese and English upon reservation.
The church maintains original Romanesque windows alongside Gothic elements, displaying the transition between architectural periods in Portuguese religious buildings.
Location: Cidade de Santarém
GPS coordinates: 39.23555,-8.67997
Latest update: March 23, 2025 12:30
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