Ruins of the Convent of Santo António (Abrantes), at Quinta da Arca, and the aqueduct.

Category: Religious Architecture > Convent

District: Santarém > Abrantes > Abrantes > São Vicente

Location

It is located in São Vicente, municipality of Abrantes, district of Santarém, Portugal.

Cultural Significance

Since 1977, it has been classified as a Property of Municipal Interest.

History

The convent was probably founded in 1526. Its current location dates from the late 16th or early 17th century, when Philip I ordered the transfer of the original convent to this area, with the support of the Count of Abrantes, D. Lopo de Almeida.

Architecture and Visible Remains

Currently, only ruins of the convent and an aqueduct with 17 perfect arches remain.

Abandonment and Transition

In the 17th century, the friars abandoned the site, moving to the center of Abrantes, and the property was sold to private individuals. In the second half of the 19th century, the area became part of Quinta da Arca.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Convento_de_Santo_António_(Abrantes)

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