The Main Church of Alvor is the foremost example of Manueline-style architecture in the Algarve. Built in the 1520s, the Main Church of Alvor has the most beautiful Manueline portico in the region, decorated with motifs alluding to flora and fauna, scenes of war and religious symbolism.
Inside, the 18th-century tiles are a highlight, as well as the rich images on the six gilded altars. There is also the famous and miraculous image of “Lord Jesus”, which, according to legend, washed ashore and was placed at the altar by Alvor fishermen.
CLASSIFICATION: PROPERTY OF PUBLIC INTEREST (side and front porticos)
Open to the public
Opening hours:
9am – 9pm
Celebrations of the Eucharist:
Saturday 9pm
Saturday 6pm (celebration only in English)
Sunday: 10am
Contacts:
Telephone: (+351) 282 459 151
GPS: Latitude 37°07'53.3"N / Longitude 8°35'41.0"W
Celebrations in other languages: Saturday 6pm, in Alvor (only in English)
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