Cathedral of Castelo Branco, Roman Catholic Cathedral in Castelo Branco, Portugal
The Cathedral features a main altar with Renaissance elements, three naves, and a grand sacristy built in the Baroque architectural style.
Originally constructed in the 13th century as the Church of Saint Michael, the structure underwent major reconstruction in the late 17th century under Bishop D. Martim Afonso de Melo.
The cathedral displays the coat of arms of the Bishop on its Renaissance arch, which separates the main chapel from the central nave.
The Cathedral remains open to visitors from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM during weekdays at Rua de S. Miguel in Castelo Branco.
The building gained co-cathedral status in 1956, serving as the second seat of the Catholic Diocese of Portalegre-Castelo Branco alongside the Cathedral of Portalegre.
Location: Castelo Branco
GPS coordinates: 39.82674,-7.49108
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:39
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