Royal Factory Building

Category: Civil Architecture > Building

District: Portalegre > Portalegre > Portalegre > São Lourenço

Location

- Located in the locality of São Lourenço, in the municipality of Portalegre, Portugal.

- Part of the Union of Parishes of Sé and São Lourenço, near the Portalegre City Hall.

History

- Former College of São Sebastião, which later became the Royal Wool Factory of Portalegre.

- Originally, it was a college of the Society of Jesus, with an adjacent church.

Architecture

- Presents an educational architecture with influences from various styles, including plain, Mannerist, Baroque, and Eclectic.

- The building combines unique architectural elements that make it a masterpiece of different eras.

Notable Attractions

- The church adjacent to the building is an architectural and historical highlight.

- Explore the mixture of architectural styles that make the building so special.

Visitation

- The Royal Factory Building is a cultural attraction that can be visited to admire its architecture and learn about its history.

- Check the visiting hours and information about special events that may occur at the site.

Practical Information

- Located in São Lourenço, it is easily accessible from the center of Portalegre.

- A visit to the Royal Factory Building is an excellent opportunity to learn about the history and architecture of the region.

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