Church of the Savior (Freixo de Baixo)

Category: Religious Architecture > Church

District: Porto > Amarante > Freixo de Baixo > Renhadouro

Location

The Church of the Savior is located in Freixo de Baixo, in the municipality of Amarante, Portugal.

Origin

The monastery associated with this church dates back to the late 11th century and was managed by the Canons of Saint Augustine.

Romanesque Architecture

The current church building dates from the 13th century, reflecting the Romanesque style of the time.

Mural Paintings

At the end of the Middle Ages, mural paintings were added to the interior walls of the church, which can still be seen.

Decline and Restoration

The monastic community weakened throughout the Modern Age, and after 1834, the monastery was abandoned. In the 20th century, there was a significant restoration.

National Monument

Since 1935, the Church of the Savior has been classified as a National Monument.

Romanesque Route

This church is part of the Romanesque Route, a tourist route that values the architectural heritage of this period.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Igreja_do_Salvador_de_Freixo_de_Baixo

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