Sé de Lisboa
The Lisbon Cathedral, often called simply the Sé, is located in Alfama. The oldest church in the city is worth a visit. Since the beginning of the construction of the cathedral, in the year 1147, the building has been modified several times and survived many earthquakes. It is nowadays a mix of different architectural styles. It was classified as a National Monument in 1910.
São Vicente de Fora
The convent and church of São Vicente de Fora have established their own museum to exhibit their collection of paintings, sculptures, gold and clothing. The museum, which is organized around four sections, deserves special mention for the largest collection of Baroque azulejo tiles under one roof. Don’t forget to stop at the impressive Galeria das Fábulas. The history of the monastery dates back to the reconquest of Lisbon.
Igreja de São Roque
is a Jesuit church from the 16th century with a remarkable exterior and an even more impressive interior including several chapels of which the “Capela de São João Baptista” is the most unique. It was extravagantly constructed from the most exquisite materials at the request of the Portuguese King “Dom João V” in Rome, where it was blessed by the Pope and subsequently dismantled and shipped to Lisbon.
Basilica da Estrela
was constructed in neoclassical style towards the end of the 18th century. It is one of the important landmarks of the city where its white dome can be seen from every hilltop.
Mosteiro dos Jerónimos (Jerónimos Monastery)
is a giant Monastery built in the manueline style. The Monastery played a big role in assisting the seafarers prepare for their long voyages to distant shores. Many important people from Portuguese history and cultural life are buried here including Manuel I, King Sebastián, Vasco de Gama, Luís de Camões, Alexandre Herculano, and Fernando Pessoa.
