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Jyrki R (2 years ago)
The beautiful colors of the church all come of different colors of marble. Blue, green, pink, yellow and grey marbles carefully carved for a harmonious result. The polished marbles shine like jewels. The interior is breathtaking. (Today's prices for blue marble is 2000e/m2), The rooftop was nice, with the bells banging at five a'clock and sun setting in the Atlantic ocean.
The beautiful colors of the church all come of different colors of marble. Blue, green, pink, yellow and grey marbles carefully carved for a harmonious result. The polished marbles shine like jewels. The interior is breathtaking. (Today's prices for blue marble is 2000e/m2), The rooftop was nice, with the bells banging at five a'clock and sun setting in the Atlantic ocean.
Jurgen Schouten (2 years ago)
Royal Estrela Basilica, a beautiful church, part of a monastery. Built in 1779-1789 in Neoclassical / Baroque style for Queen Maria I of Portugal.
Royal Estrela Basilica, a beautiful church, part of a monastery. Built in 1779-1789 in Neoclassical / Baroque style for Queen Maria I of Portugal.
Anne Golhen (2 years ago)
One of the most impressive in Lisbon. You can actually climb up to the roof (for a fee)
One of the most impressive in Lisbon. You can actually climb up to the roof (for a fee)
Murat Yıkılmaz (2 years ago)
The church, which was built in the Estrela neighborhood as a dedication by Queen Maria I of Portugal, whose wish for an heir was fulfilled, takes its name from this district. Since it is dedicated to the heart of Jesus, it is also known as the Convent of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. The church, which we can call the Baroque style, has a remarkable splendor and a beautiful architecture. The entrance is free, but I can say that the Bema section is viewed from a bit of a distance. There was a fee to access the terrace of the church. Since our visit was in the evening, we could not go to the roof, but I think the view is very beautiful with the Estrela park opposite. I should also point out that the huge dome of the church, located in the hilly part of the neighborhood in the west of Lisbon, can be seen from many points in the surrounding area. If you take a nice route to the church, I think you can enjoy watching this dome until you get close.
The church, which was built in the Estrela neighborhood as a dedication by Queen Maria I of Portugal, whose wish for an heir was fulfilled, takes its name from this district. Since it is dedicated to the heart of Jesus, it is also known as the Convent of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. The church, which we can call the Baroque style, has a remarkable splendor and a beautiful architecture. The entrance is free, but I can say that the Bema section is viewed from a bit of a distance. There was a fee to access the terrace of the church. Since our visit was in the evening, we could not go to the roof, but I think the view is very beautiful with the Estrela park opposite. I should also point out that the huge dome of the church, located in the hilly part of the neighborhood in the west of Lisbon, can be seen from many points in the surrounding area. If you take a nice route to the church, I think you can enjoy watching this dome until you get close.
A Russo (2 years ago)
After years of passing by outside, finally went in and was pleasantly surprised. It is not a giant cathedral, but it has enough of an imposing presence to allow one to appreciate the multiple altars and cruciform architecture. Also a pleasant surprise came in the form of the possibility of climbing to the rooftop from where you can have a look around the area at a very budget friendly price. Just be sure to be away from the belltowers when the full set goes off at, for example, 11:50 on a Sunday morning.
After years of passing by outside, finally went in and was pleasantly surprised. It is not a giant cathedral, but it has enough of an imposing presence to allow one to appreciate the multiple altars and cruciform architecture. Also a pleasant surprise came in the form of the possibility of climbing to the rooftop from where you can have a look around the area at a very budget friendly price. Just be sure to be away from the belltowers when the full set goes off at, for example, 11:50 on a Sunday morning.
