Convento de São Bernardo
Alto da Fontedeira, Portalegre 7300-253 - Portugal
Phone: +351 245 307 445 - Fax: +351 245 307 470
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Founded in 1518 by the bishop of Guarda, Jorge de Melo, the Convento de São Bernardo retains its original layout. The tiles in the porch date back to the 17th century and are attributed to the Spanish master, Gabriel del Barco. Inside, there is a magnificent tomb of the founder attributed to sculptor Nicolau Chanterenne. The tomb arch has a recumbent statue and a retable depicting scenes from the lives of Saint Joaquim and Saint Anne set off by the Virgin crowned with angels. Note also the tiles painted by Policarpo de Oliveira Bernardes in 1739. The church is open to the public.
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