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Church of Menino Deus

Lisbon, Portugal

Church of Menino Deus, Lisbon
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Built between 1711 and 1737 by João Frederico Ludovice, it is several centuries younger than Sé de Lisboa.

Igreja do Menino Deus is a Baroque church in Lisbon, built between 1711 and 1737 at the behest of King John V. It was designed by the architect João Frederico Ludovice, who was also the creator of the Mafra Palace. The church survived the 1755 earthquake. Its interior is distinguished by rich decoration, including gilded altars and frescoes on the vault, making it a pearl of Baroque art.

How long does it take to visit Church of Menino Deus?

Plan about 25 min.

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