Category: Religious Architecture > Church
District: Braga > Barcelos > Barcelos > Misericórdia
Located in the historical center of Barcelos, near the Palace of the Counts of Barcelos and the Pillory.
Built in the 14th century over an older church from the 13th century. It was commissioned to be remodeled by D. Pedro Afonso, 3rd Count of Barcelos. Throughout the centuries, it underwent several modifications.
Considered a National Monument since 1927.
Combination of Romanesque and Gothic, with influences from different eras due to successive renovations.
, Facade: Gothic portal with detailed sculptures and neo-Gothic rose window.
, Interior: Three naves with blue and white tile panels from the 18th century.
, Chancel: Remodeled in the 16th century, with a star vault and sculpted motifs.
, Bell tower: Built in the 18th century with stone removed from the Palace of the Counts of Barcelos.
, Organ: Installed in 1727, with carved gilded woodwork.
, Our Lady of the Assumption (18th century).
, Senhora da Franqueira (15th century).
, Medieval sculpture in Ançã stone (14th century).
During the 20th century, restorations were carried out to recover ancient features, including the reconstruction of neo-Gothic elements.
Situated in the historical center of Barcelos, near the Palace of the Counts of Barcelos and the Pillory.
Built in the 14th century on top of an older 13th-century church. It was ordered to be remodeled by D. Pedro Afonso, the 3rd Count of Barcelos. Throughout the centuries, it underwent several modifications.
Considered a National Monument since 1927.
Combination of Romanesque and Gothic styles, with influences from different periods due to successive renovations.
, Facade: Gothic portal with detailed sculptures and a neo-Gothic rose window.
, Interior: Three naves with blue and white tile panels from the 18th century.
, Chancel: Remodeled in the 16th century, featuring a stellar vault and sculpted motifs.
, Bell Tower: Built in the 18th century using stone removed from the Palace of the Counts of Barcelos.
, Organ: Installed in 1727, with carved gilded woodwork.
, Our Lady of the Assumption (18th century).
, Senhora da Franqueira (15th century).
, Medieval sculpture in Ançã stone (14th century).
During the 20th century, restorations were undertaken to recover ancient features, including the reconstruction of neo-Gothic elements.
Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Igreja_Matriz_de_Barcelos
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.528590146469575,-8.622253535341958
Coordinates DMS: 41°31'42.9"N 08°37'20.1"W
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