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Mercy of Coimbra or Church of the New College and cloister.

Category: Religious Architecture > Church

District: Coimbra > Coimbra > Coimbra > Almedina

History and Architecture

, The Colégio Novo, part of the Misericórdia of Coimbra, is a fascinating historical and architectural site.

, It presents a mixture of styles, including Renaissance, Baroque, and Late Baroque.

, Highlights include the interior decoration of the church and cloister, with polychrome gilded wood altarpieces and 17th-century tiles.

Church

, Despite being small on the outside, it reveals a surprising interior richness.

, Nave with four sections, deep side chapels, and a high choir adorned with capitular chairs.

Cloister

, Designed by Filipe Térzio, it exhibits a Serlian motif and is a remarkable example of the conventual architecture of the time.

, Details such as the cistern and a paved courtyard add to its charm.

Strategic Location

, Located in the upper part of the city of Coimbra, it offers panoramic views of the city and the river.

, Classified as a National Monument since 1910, reflecting its cultural and historical importance.

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

Coordinates DD: 40.20993953175629,-8.428210012260035
Coordinates DMS: 40°12'35.8"N 08°25'41.6"W

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