Chafariz de Frei Gil
Baroque fountain composed of semicircular Gables and a barrel vault inside. Underwent a major refurbishment in 1883, being the former diving source replaced by a masonry box.
Contacts
Rua da Vidigueira
7220-390,Portel
- Easy external parking
- Fountains, Springs & Aqueducts
- True
Characteristics
Monuments near Chafariz de Frei Gil
Capela de Santo António
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Castelo de Portel
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Convento de São Francisco dos Capuchos da Piedade
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Ermidas de São Pedro
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Fonte Senhora da Saúde
Very simple source, all white-washed, with a spout in the Center and benches on the sides.
