Lisbon’s Cathedral, Lisbon

Discover the magical history of the beautiful Lisbon’s Cathedral.

Cathedral Lisbon (Séde Lisboa), Portugal

Cathedral Lisbon (Séde Lisboa) © Antonio Sacchetti

Lisbon’s Cathedral was constructed by D. Afonso Henriques, three years after the conquest of Lisbon. This cathedral was built over the old muslim mosque.

In its interior the cathedral has three naves, with six spans and presents a dark austere style.

The most valious piece present in the cathedral is an ark which contains the remains of Saint Vicent, which were transported from Saint Vicent’s Cape to Lisbon.

According to the legend, two crows escorted the boat in which the Saint Vicent’s remain came in. This is also the reason why crows and the boat have become one of Lisbon’s symbols.

Interior Cathedral Lisbon (Séde Lisboa), Portugal

Interior Cathedral Lisbon © Antonio Sacchetti

In the interior of the Cathedral you might also observe remains of old roman ruins.

More information:

Address:

Largo da Sé, Alfama, Lisboa.

Price:

Free.

Schedule:

November to April: Monday through Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00
May to October: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:30 to 19:00 and Wednesday and Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00
Closed Sundays and Holy Days

Telephone:

(+351) 21 886 6752.

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✓ To make Portugal, its culture and its heritage known.
✓ To promote sustainable tourism.

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Escola Superior de Hotelaria e Turismo do Estoril

Turismo de Portugal