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Lisbon Cathedral

Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon Cathedral, Lisbon
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The construction of this oldest church in Lisbon began in 1147, much earlier than others in the area.

Sé de Lisboa Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Saint Mary Major, is the oldest church in Lisbon, with construction beginning in 1147 after the city was recaptured from the Moors. It is a monumental Romanesque building with Gothic and Baroque elements. Inside, there are chapels, tombs, and a treasury. The cathedral has survived many earthquakes, including the catastrophic one in 1755.

How long does it take to visit Lisbon Cathedral?

Plan about 45 min.

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