Church of Saint Peter of Buarcos

Category: Religious Architecture > Church

District: Coimbra > Figueira da Foz > Buarcos

Name and Location

, Church of São Pedro de Buarcos, located in Buarcos, Figueira da Foz.

Architectural Style

, Church of Baroque style.

, Composed of a single nave with a lower and deeper chancel.

History and Vestiges

, The current church replaced a 16th-century temple.

, Inside, vestiges of this old temple can still be observed.

Architectural Features

, Well-preserved Baroque architectural details.

, Facade and decorative elements interesting to appreciate.

Exterior

, Presence of a fountain located outside the church.

, Possibility to appreciate the architecture of the church from the outside.

Tourist Visit

, Place of interest for tourists who appreciate historical and religious architecture.

, Opportunity to explore the church and its tranquil surroundings.

Local Culture

, Integral part of the region's culture and history.

, Reflects religious devotion and local architectural heritage.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt