Category: Religious Architecture > Seminary
District: Viseu > Viseu > Viseu
The Old Seminary Building is located in the city of Viseu, within the Dona Maria do Céu Mendes Neighborhood. Its position within Viseu's urban fabric grants it a natural integration into the city, making it a recognizable element in the local landscape, a testament to a past with a strong ecclesiastical and cultural presence.
This building boasts a remarkable history of great relevance to Viseu. Formerly, it served as the Palace of the Bishops of Viseu, taking on a central function in the religious and administrative life of the diocese. During that period, it was also popularly known as "Colégio" (College), highlighting its importance as a center for formation and episcopal residence. Its existence dates back centuries, reflecting the transformations and the role of the Church in the region.
The Old Seminary features a longitudinal plan, with a distinctive roof, which gives it its own aesthetic and a notable presence in the urban context. In addition to its particular architecture, since 1924, the building has taken on a significant cultural function: it houses the facilities of the Grão Vasco Museum. This use has allowed its original structure and legacy to be preserved, while simultaneously transforming it into a hub for the dissemination of art and culture.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 40.66018,-7.910964
Coordinates DMS: 40°39'36.6"N 07°54'39.5"W
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