São Bento Palace, Legislative office building in Estrela district, Lisbon, Portugal
The São Bento Palace displays a neoclassical facade with four female statues representing Prudence, Justice, Strength, and Temperance at its main entrance.
The structure evolved from a Benedictine monastery established in 1598 to become the seat of the Portuguese Parliament following the Liberal Wars in 1834.
The palace functions as Portugal's primary legislative center, where members of parliament debate and vote on national laws and policies.
Guided tours of the palace interior occur on the last Saturday of each month, while the gardens remain accessible to visitors on Sundays.
The square facing the palace contains a commemorative artwork by street artist Vhils depicting the 1974 Carnation Revolution through carved portraits.
Location: Estrela
Inception: 1938
Architects: Baltazar Álvares, Miguel Ventura Terra
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Phone: +351213919000
Website: http://parlamento.pt
GPS coordinates: 38.71250,-9.15361
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:22
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