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Igreja da Ordem Terceira de São Francisco, Porto

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#4 of 60 in Historic Sites in Porto
World heritage site · Historic Site · Church
Along the riverbank, the Baroque styling of Igreja da Ordem Terceira de São Francisco draws visitors with its gold, marble, and wood interior. This monument dates to the 14th century, when its construction was initiated by King Ferdinand. The church features decoration from as late as the 18th century, including pillars and columns with cherubs, plants, and animals adorning the surfaces. The amount of gold inside the church is said to total 400 kg (880 lbs). See the catacombs below the church, which house a museum with monastery artifacts. You can also view an underground cemetery, with thousands of exposed human bones. Using our custom trip planner, Porto attractions like Igreja da Ordem Terceira de São Francisco can form part of a personalized travel itinerary.
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  • By GeysirGal
    From the outside the church doesn't look like much, but the inside is amazing with so much gold - it has to be the city's most beautiful church.  more »
  • By Laurylau-p
    Church overall beautiful. it is very large with a large underground museum. Price not so cheap, but for once it can be done.  more »
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  • By carlos borges
    Pretty simple church with a crypt in the basement that's worth a visit if your into that sort of thing.
  • By Dom Thorrington
    Worth a visit. It's stunning
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