Sometimes called the Santa Maria Maior de Lisboa or the Patriarchal Cathedral of Saint Mary Major, the Lisbon Cathedral is Lisbon’s oldest place of worship. Since it was constructed and then renovated and restored many times throughout history, visitors will come across many different styles of architecture in various parts of the cathedral, including Baroque, Romanesque, Neoclassical, and Gothic.
Combined, visitors will find that the Lisbon Cathedral has a medieval vibe that is worthy of exploring thoroughly. There are also many elements and antiquities of the church that date back to its original construction in the mid-12th century by Portugal’s first king, Afonso Henriques.
Largo da Se, Lisbon, Portugal
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