Church of Saint Catherine, Church of the Paulistas, or Church of Saint Paul of the Ossa Mountain Range

Category: Religious Architecture > Church

District: Lisboa > Lisboa > Lisboa > Santa Catarina

Location

The Church of Santa Catarina, also known as the Church of the Paulistas or the Church of São Paulo da Serra de Ossa, is located on Calçada do Combro, in the parish of Misericórdia, in Lisbon.

Construction

The building was erected in the 17th century and is an example of the religious architecture of that time.

Reconstruction after the 1755 Earthquake

Much of the church was destroyed in the 1755 earthquake, followed by a fire. The reconstruction was completed in 1763, preserving the original style.

Patron Saint Santa Catarina

In 1835, the church was designated as a parish church, coming under the protection of Saint Catherine.

Historical Organ

The organ, dating from the early 18th century and which survived the earthquake, was restored in 2018, being one of the main attractions of the place.

National Monument

Since 1918, the Church of Santa Catarina has been classified as a National Monument, recognizing its historical and cultural importance.

Visit and Tourist Interest

This church is an essential place to visit for those who appreciate history, religious architecture, and sacred music, thanks to its unique organ.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Igreja_de_Santa_Catarina_(Lisboa)

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