Igreja e Antigo Hospital da Misericórdia

Building of great architectural value, whose Church dates back to the beginning of the second half of the 16th century. It consists of three naves and four sections. The chancel, pombalina, decorating is covered by a false dome and another highlight, the holy water and sinks both late-Baroque side altarpieces. The niche also late-Baroque, the sink and the tile Ashlar are worthy of appreciation. The party functioned as hospital is perpendicular to the Church, has two floors and date from the first half of the 18th century and today operates as a Museum of contemporary art.

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Largo da Misericórdia
7350-117,Elvas

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