Chapel of São Lourenço and Standard of D. João I - Commemorative monuments of the passage of Portuguese troops to the Battle of Aljubarrota

Category: Religious Architecture > Chapel

District: Santarém > Tomar > São Lourenço > Marmelais de Baixo

Location

They are located at the southern entrance of Tomar, in the parish of Santa Maria dos Olivais, a place with a connection to the history of Portugal.

Historical Significance

These monuments mark the meeting on August 10, 1385, between D. João I and D. Nuno Álvares Pereira, before the Battle of Aljubarrota, which secured the country's independence.

Chapel of São Lourenço

, Small 16th-century chapel with a rectangular plan.

, The interior stands out for its antique tiles, wooden ceiling, and an image of São Lourenço.

, On the side facade, there is a 20th-century tile panel that illustrates the meeting of the troops.

Padrão of D. João I

, Stone monument next to the chapel, composed of a column decorated with symbols alluding to the victory of Aljubarrota.

Classification

This ensemble has been a National Monument since 1921, recognized for its historical and cultural value.

Surroundings

, The place is peaceful and surrounded by nature, ideal for a moment of rest.

, A nearby road may bring some movement, but it does not diminish the experience of visiting a piece of Portugal's history.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capela_de_S%C3%A3o_Louren%C3%A7o

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