Sousel Main Church or Church of Our Lady of Grace

Category: Religious Architecture > Church

District: Portalegre > Sousel > Sousel > Centro

Renaissance and Baroque Architecture

The Main Church of Sousel, dedicated to Our Lady of Grace, was built between the 16th and 18th centuries, combining Renaissance and Baroque styles.

Three-Nave Layout

The building has a three-nave design, supported by arches and simple Tuscan columns, creating an atmosphere of spaciousness and classical beauty.

Chapels and Gilded Altars

Highlights include the side altars in the transept area and the main altar, all decorated with gilded carvings, typical of the Baroque style, lending great richness to the interior.

Baptistery and Bell Tower

The church also has a baptistery and an imposing bell tower, elements that reinforce its relevance as a religious center for the community.

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