Igreja Matriz de Campo Maior
Built between 1570 and 1646, it has a tripartite main façade with embedded pilasters. The central part features a wide round arch forming a narthex, surmounted by three windows with three pediments. On the sides, two strong bell towers covered by domes are visible. Inside, with three naves, the silver liturgical objects and vestments woven and embroidered with gold from the 16th century stand out. It is also known as the Church of Our Lady of Expectation.
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Monuments near Igreja Matriz de Campo Maior
Portas de Santa Maria
The Portas da Vila, also known as Portas de Santa Maria, are one of the most characteristic monuments of Campo Maior, and also one of the main entrances to the…
Capela dos Ossos
Built in 1766, the Chapel of Bones, also known as the Chapel of Souls, is attached to the main church. The interior decoration features human bones, a tribute …
Fonte do Convento
Source of the New State building. Has whitewashed masonry backrest and blue painted curved lines, remotely evoking the Baroque forms.
Fonte no Largo Doutor António José de Almeida
Source of whitewashed backrest with Baroque architecture. The pediment is curved and opened by Regias coat of arms, with marble rectangular tank.
Igreja e Convento de Santo António
Baroque and Rococo architecture Church Franciscan convent with ship, chorus-alto, chancel, the throne room and the Bell Tower façade s. is Rococo, with stucco …
Pelourinho de Campo Maior
This pillory is settled in a four steps pedestal, it has a curved polygonal base. Its polygonal shaft is decorated in the superior part, with Zoomorphic motifs…
