Mercy Church of Almada

Category: Religious Architecture > Church

District: Setúbal > Almada > Almada > Almada Velha

Simple and Decorated Church

The church has a simple structure, with a single nave and a raised high altar. Highlights include 17th-century tiles and sacred wooden sculptures, which adorn the space.

Mannerist Altarpiece

One of the church's treasures is the altarpiece dated 1590, painted by Giraldo Fernandes do Prado. This rare piece of Mannerism depicts the life of the Virgin Mary with impressive details.

Restoration and Rehabilitation

After several interventions over the centuries, including reconstructions after the 1755 earthquake, the church has recently been restored. In 2013, the works were completed, ensuring the preservation of this historical heritage.

Classified as a Monument of Public Interest

Since 2013, the church has been recognized as a Monument of Public Interest. This classification highlights the cultural and historical importance of the site.

Sources: https://scma.pt/a-scma/igreja-da-misericordia

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