Convent of Christ

The construction of the Convent of Christ began in the 14th century and proceeded through the following centuries until the 18th century, integrating several artistic European and Portuguese trends. The octagonal shaped church (carola), revealing Templar inspiration, remained from the former building and stands out as a rare example in European architecture. The Temple Order was dissolved by Papal decree and their several belongings were transferred to the Order of Christ, created by King D. Dinis to replace the former one. Infante D. Henrique and the Kings D. Manuel and D. João III paid a lot of attention to this building. The Window of Chapter Room, designed by Diogo de Arruga, is charged with symbolism, standing out as a major example of Manueline style. Other cloisters (Filipes cloisters) depict Mannerism and Renaissance influences. In 1983/1984, Convent of Christ complex was classified as World Heritage.

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