Igreja do Corpo Santo de Massarelos, Maritime church in Massarelos, Portugal
Igreja do Corpo Santo de Massarelos is a church in Porto distinguished by its twin bell towers and a circular window at the center of the facade. The interior features a single nave with the main altar being the oldest remaining structure.
A brotherhood of sailors established an initial chapel at this location in 1394, which was eventually demolished to make way for a new structure. Construction of the replacement building began in 1776 to serve the maritime community.
The church served as the spiritual center for sailors working in Massarelos, and it still reflects the deep connection between maritime life and faith that defined this community.
The church is located at Largo do Adro near Rua da Restauração in an easily accessible area of Porto. Visitors should dress respectfully and maintain quiet behavior inside, as this is an active place of worship.
The church treasury holds a silver monstrance from the 16th century, a precious liturgical object of considerable historical value. The walls are decorated with frescoes painted in Byzantine style by an Italian artist named Silvestro Silvestri.
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