Igreja de São Bernardo, compreendendo o túmulo de D. Jorge de Mello, Cistercian convent in Sé e São Lourenço, Portugal
The São Bernardo Convent features three naves in its church, two cloisters with central fountains, and extensive marble decorations throughout the structure.
Bishop Jorge de Melo established this convent in 1518 to house young women without dowries who would dedicate their lives to religious service.
The interior corridors display numerous 18th-century azulejo panels depicting scenes from Saint Bernard's life and religious narratives.
The building now functions as a training center for the Portuguese National Guard, with limited public access to certain historical sections.
The marble tomb of founder Jorge de Melo spans 7 meters wide and 12 meters tall, making it one of Portugal's largest religious monuments.
Location: Sé e São Lourenço
GPS coordinates: 39.29678,-7.42656
Latest update: March 3, 2025 17:05
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