Church of the Savior

Category: Religious Architecture > Church

District: Porto > Amarante > Lufrei > Assento

Location

The Church of Salvador is located in Lufrei, in the municipality of Amarante, in a quiet rural area, about three kilometers from the city.

Origin and Style

Built in the 12th century, it is an example of simple and late Romanesque architecture, very common in northern Portugal.

History

Originally a female monastery, it became a parish church in 1455 after the departure of the Benedictine nuns.

Architectural Details

The main portal has a pointed arch and the church is illuminated by small openings, maintaining a sober style, without elaborate decoration.

Interior

The main altar is Mannerist and there are old mural paintings hidden under layers of plaster, visible in some parts of the nave.

Protected Heritage

Classified as a Property of Public Interest since 1971 and is part of the Romanesque Route, a tourist itinerary of the region.

Environment

The church is surrounded by agricultural fields and has a churchyard with medieval tomb chests, which increases the historical interest of the place.

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