Mosteiro de S. Marcos de Coimbra
Mosteiro de S. Marcos de Coimbra, National Monument and church building in São Silvestre, Portugal
The monastery complex includes a Gothic church, multiple chapels, and a Renaissance cloister featuring detailed stone carvings and architectural elements from different periods.
Construction of the monastery started in 1452 under the patronage of Brites de Meneses, widow of Aires Gomes da Silva, following a small hermitage established in 1441.
The monastery contains numerous tombs of Portuguese nobles, including the tomb of its founder Brites de Meneses and other members of the Silva family.
The monastery operates under the University of Coimbra management, with specific sections accessible to visitors during regular weekday opening hours.
The main chapel features a remarkable altarpiece created by Nicolau Chanterene between 1522 and 1523, representing a masterful example of Portuguese Renaissance sculpture.
Location: São Silvestre
GPS coordinates: 40.24384,-8.54966
Latest update: March 6, 2025 16:59
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