#Santa Clara Porto

A baroque jewel in Porto 🇵🇹❤️ Santa Clara Church was built in the 15th century and has undergone several renovations over the centuries ✨ The facade of the church is simple but the interior made of gilded wood is just exceptional 😍 And when you go to the second floor you have an incredible view of the interior of the church 💫 📍 Igreja de Santa Clara, Largo Primeiro de Dezembro 4000-404 Porto 🎟️ Entrance Ticket: 4€ 🕰️ Open Monday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. #porto #portugal #visitporto #oporto #portoportugal #church #beautifuldestinations #livingeurope #map_of_europe #wonderful_places

👉🏼 La Igreja de Santa Clara, en lo alto del casco histórico de Oporto, es uno de los templos barrocos más sorprendentes de Portugal. Desde fuera parece discreta, casi escondida entre callejuelas medievales, pero su interior es una explosión de tallado en madera dorada, uno de los mejores ejemplos del talha dourada portugués del siglo XVIII. 👉🏼👉🏼 Lo más llamativo es que casi cada centímetro del interior —muros, arcos, retablos y tribunas— está cubierto por un trabajo minucioso que transformó esta antigua iglesia franciscana en un espacio luminoso y teatral. 👉🏼👉🏼👉🏼 Declarada Monumento Nacional, Santa Clara conserva además parte de su estructura medieval original, ya que fue fundada en 1416. 📍 Igreja de Santa Clara, Porto, Portugal

✨ Santa Clara: Porto’s Baroque Resurrection ✨ ⛪ Hidden above the old streets of Porto lies Igreja de Santa Clara: a church once so fragile that parts of its gilded interior were close to collapse. What you see today is the result of years of meticulous restoration led by conservators, historians and craftsmen who treated every fragment of wood and gold as if it were a living memory. 🎨 Inside unfolds one of Portugal’s most astonishing examples of talha dourada: gilded woodcarving at its finest. Angels, retables, and columns shimmer again in the same warm light that filled this space three centuries ago. Every surface breathes devotion, precision and the quiet triumph of preservation. ❤️ Santa Clara reminds us that beauty can fade, but never truly disappear – as long as knowledge and care remain. 🛍️ You love historic places as much as I do? Then you might find what you’ve been looking for in my Fine Art Print collection at monumentsarts.com – created to preserve and share the soul of architecture. 📍 Porto, Portugal 🇵🇹 #Porto #arthistory #culturalheritage #unescoworldheritage #baroqueart #baroquearchitecture

In Porto, the Church of Santa Clara is a masterpiece of Baroque splendour. Its gilded interiors and intricate details invite you to step into a world of art and devotion. A visit here is an encounter with history. 📍 Igreja de Santa Clara, Porto 📹 @ken4photo #VisitPortugal #Portugal #PortoAndNorth #Porto

Ingreja de Santa Clara (Santa Clara Church) in Porto is a hidden gem that offers a stunning glimpse into Portugal’s rich history and architecture.Its located a few minutes walk from Porto Cathedral and don’t let the modest exterior fool you. Inside you will find the breathtaking Baroque interior with the church covered in intricate gilded wood carvings (talha dourada) that create a dazzling golden effect. Originally built in the 15th century, the church reflects Porto’s long-standing religious and cultural heritage, having served as a convent for centuries. It’s a must-visit for anyone looking to explore Porto’s rich artistic and architectural heritage. 📨 SAVE THIS FOR YOUR PORTI TRIP 📍Ingreja de Santa Clara Largo Primeiro de Dezembro, 4000-404 Porto, Portugal 🎟️ admission €4 adult PORTO TRAVEL GUIDE | EUROPE TRAVEL #ingrejadesantaclara #santaclaraporto #visitporto #portoportugal #beautifuldestinations #wonderfulporto #portugallovers #portolovers #europestyle_ #incredibleeurope #incredible_europe #bestcitiesofeurope #bestcitybreaks #super_porto_ #exploretheprettyporto

A masterpiece of Portuguese baroque, hidden in the streets of Porto! 📍Santa Clara, Porto #Art #baroque #portugal #europe #culture

@yaryna555 takes us to Igreja de Santa Clara in Porto, one of Portugal’s most breathtaking and historically rich churches. 😍⛪ Built in 1416 as part of a Clarissan convent and completed in 1457, this church is a true masterpiece of Portuguese heritage. It was declared a National Monument in 1910 and later became part of Porto’s UNESCO World Heritage Site.🔔 • Here’s why it’s a must-visit: ✨ Baroque Interior Masterpiece The entire interior is covered in talha dourada (gilded woodwork), crafted between the early 1700s and 1740s by renowned artisans like Miguel Francisco da Silva and António José Pereira. 🏛️ Gothic Exterior, Golden Interior While the outside looks simple and Gothic, stepping inside reveals one of the most elaborate Baroque interiors in Portugal. 📸 Incredible Photo Spots Don’t miss the second-floor viewpoint offering sweeping views of the golden carvings, perfect for photography lovers. 💡 Tip: Entry is around €4, and visiting hours are usually 09:00–12:30 and 14:00–17:30. Check timings in advance to avoid missing it. ➡️ Tag someone who’d love to explore this historic gem in Porto! 📍 Igreja de Santa Clara, Porto #IgrejaDeSantaClara #PortugalHistory #BaroqueArt #UNESCOHeritage

👇🏻Cosa vedere un weekend a Porto, Portogallo ✅Cosa vedere: - rua de santa catarina - ⁠cappella delle anime - ⁠mercato do bolhao - ⁠estacion de sao bento - ⁠chiesa di sant’idelfonso - ⁠chiesa di santa clara (4€) - ⁠cattedrale di porto (3€) - ⁠rua das flores - libreria Lello (10€, se vi piace harry potter) - ⁠largo da pena ventosa - ⁠Palacio da Bolsa - ⁠largo de s. Domingos - ⁠miradouro da victoria - ⁠torre dos clerigos (volendo si puo salire, pero 10€) - ⁠iglesia dos carmelitas, in stile barocco, mooolto sfarzosa dentro - ⁠praca de gomes teixeira - ⁠jardim do cordoaria - ⁠jardin do palacio de cristal con galli e pavoni - ⁠ponte dom luis I, iconico - ⁠villa nova de gaia (con le sue cantine dove assaggiare il porto!) - ⁠Half rabbit by Bordalo - ⁠passeggiata da Afurada fino all’oceano! - ⁠Farolim da barra do douro (il faro) 🌅 Posti per vedere tramonto bello: - miradouro da serra do pilar (in citta) - ⁠miradouro das fontainhas (in citta) - ⁠capela do senhor da pedra (sul mare) - ⁠miradouro do estuario do douro (sul mare) - ⁠teleferico do cais de Gaia (in citta, 7€ pp) - ⁠in crociera sul fiume (10-40€ pp, in base al tour) 🍳Dove mangiare la francesinha, il piatto tipico di porto: - brasao coliseu (20€) - ⁠Santiago da praca (15€) 🧁Dove mangiare i paesteis de nata: - Castro (1,6€, voto 10) - ⁠Fabrica Da Nata (1,4€ - voto 9,5) - ⁠Manteigaria (1,4€ - voto 9) 🍽️ Altri posti dove mangiare: - Casa guedes: dove provare il classico panino “pernil” (7€) - ⁠Gazela: con i buonissimi panini cachorrinhos (4,5€) - ⁠Digby per un pranzo panoramico “pettinato” (+40€ pp) - ⁠Muro do Bacalhau a Ribeira lungo il fiume (20-30€ pp) - ⁠Taberna dos Mercadores: ottimo ristorante, anche se con un po di fila (30€+ pp) - ⁠Quartiere dei pescatori di Afurada (pesce fresco top, noi siamo stati da “Vapor”, 30€ pp) - ⁠Base Porto, chioschetto immerso tra gli ulivi Ci siete mai stati? #porto #oporto #portogallo

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POV: você sobe as escadas e entra num cartão-postal de Portugal. 📍 Capela das Almas (Capela de Santa Catarina) No coração do Porto, Rua de Santa Catarina, n.º 428. Um dos pontos mais visitados da cidade, famosa pelos seus azulejos azuis e brancos que encantam quem passa. 🇵🇹💙 . . . . . . #capeladasalmas #porto #portugal #ruasantacatarina #visitporto turismodeportugal azulejosportugueses viagem europa lugaresincriveis

❕don’t be fooled by the modest exterior: Santa Clara Church in Porto will most definitely take your breath away ✨ Here’s everything you need to know before your visit👇🏻 ⛪️ Santa Clara Church is located in the parish of Sé Cathedral in Porto, Portugal. ⛪️ it’s open every day from 9 am to 12:30 pm and from 2 pm to 5:30 pm (on Tuesdays and Saturdays, the church closes an hour earlier). ⛪️ tickets for adults are 4 euros, and honestly, it’s worth every penny. For me, it’s one of the best things to do in Porto 😍! ⛪️ Santa Clara Church is one of the most stunning examples of gilded woodwork in Portugal. ⛪️ the church’s construction began in 1416, and it recently underwent five years of deep conservation and restoration work, costing around 2.5 million euros. 👉🏻 and finally: when you go up to the second floor, see if you can spot which of the organs is actually just for show 🤭 #igrejasantaclaraporto #churchsantaclara #churchporto #portoportugal #visitporto #thingstodoinporto No reposts. Copyright © owned by @getawayswithmarta

🇵🇹 Igreja de Santa Clara feels like stepping into a glowing treasure chest. Behind its simple façade, the entire interior erupts into gold, carved wood, and impossible detail. Every corner looks handcrafted by someone obsessed with beauty. Hard to believe a space this small can feel this monumental. 📍Porto, Portugal #church #porto #portugal