15 April 24
What you should visit instead in... Porto
We know that all travel guides and maybe all your friends who went to Porto, talk about St. Francis’ church as being a must-see “golden cave”. What if we told you that it is not the only one and there’s a much better-kept secret waiting to be discovered by you?
We’re talking about Saint Claire church (Igreja de Santa Clara)!
The church has a long history dating back to the 15th century, founded by Queen Isabel of Portugal. The original convent associated with the church was established for the Order of Saint Clare, a Franciscan religious order for women.
It features a blend of architectural styles, reflecting various periods of construction and renovation. The original Gothic-style structure has undergone modifications over the centuries, including Baroque and Rococo elements added during renovations in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Although the convent associated with the church no longer exists, visitors can still explore the remnants of the convent's cloisters, which provide a peaceful retreat from the bustling city streets. The cloisters feature arcades, columns, and other architectural elements characteristic of medieval and Renaissance convent architecture.
The church has a long history dating back to the 15th century, founded by Queen Isabel of Portugal. The original convent associated with the church was established for the Order of Saint Clare, a Franciscan religious order for women.
It features a blend of architectural styles, reflecting various periods of construction and renovation. The original Gothic-style structure has undergone modifications over the centuries, including Baroque and Rococo elements added during renovations in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Although the convent associated with the church no longer exists, visitors can still explore the remnants of the convent's cloisters, which provide a peaceful retreat from the bustling city streets. The cloisters feature arcades, columns, and other architectural elements characteristic of medieval and Renaissance convent architecture.