Category: Religious Architecture > Ensemble
District: Guarda > Guarda > Guarda > Judiária
, Located in the city of Guarda, the Igreja da Misericórdia (Church of Mercy) is a significant example of Baroque architecture in the region.
, Built in the 18th century, it replaced an older structure dating back to 1611.
, Baroque facade with slender bell towers, standing out for its harmony and verticality.
, Main portal adorned with the coat of arms of King John V and a sculpture of the Virgin of Mercy.
, Granite stonework on the windows and portals.
, Curved pediment above the central body of the facade, adding elegance to the ensemble.
, Single nave with a wooden vaulted ceiling.
, Altars and altarpieces in the Joanine Baroque style, notable for their polychrome carvings.
, Tombs and tombstones inside dating from the 17th century, dating back to the original structure of 1611.
, Restored during the reign of King John V, the church reflects the artistic richness of the time.
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Coordinates DD: 40.53854359114502,-7.26735081389795
Coordinates DMS: 40°32'18.8"N 07°16'2.5"W
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