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Church of Nossa Senhora da Graça (Our Lady of Grace), Evora

Igreja da Nossa Senhora da Graca
Nossa Senhora da Graça, Evora

The church of Nossa Senhora da Graça (Church of our Lady of Grace) in Evora is noted for its 16th-century facade.

Four huge stone figures of Atlas adorn the building, which is only viewable from outside. In Greek mythology, Atlas was a Titan who supported the heavens. The church was founded in 1511 and was designed by the architect Miguel de Arruda. Following the dissolution of Portugal's monasteries in the 19th century, the building fell into disrepair.

It was restored in the 20th century and the structure is now used by the Portuguese military. The building to the right of the church is now the Officers' Mess of the Évora garrison. The church itself serves as the Chaplaincy of the Southern Military Region.

Igreja da Nossa Senhora da Graca
Stone figure of Atlas

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Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Graça in Evora.
The church is a superb example of Renaissance style architecture
Convento da Graça.
The church is also known as Convento da Graça
Church of Nossa Senhora da Graça (Our Lady of Grace), Evora.
The building on the right services as an Officers' Mess
The church dates originally from 1511.
The church dates originally from 1511

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1 comment:

Hugo Carlos said...

haha, el hombrecito está muy simpático

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