Mafra Palace-Basilica
Palaçio Nacional e Convento de Mafra, Terreiro Dom João, Mafra 2640-492
Phone: +351 261 817 550 - Fax: +351 261 811 947
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The splendid white marble Basilica dominates the west elevation, clearly influenced by the religious architecture of Rome. The balcony, flanked by the statues of St Dominic and St Francis, is based on St Peter’s Basilica, whilst the twin 68 metre high towers and cupola are inspired by Sant’Agnese in Agone. The 114 bells of the world famous carillon can be heard 25 km away. The interior, with its 11 chapels, features contrasting colours of white and rose marble and many statues from the Mafra School of Sculpture. The six pipe organs are by Joaquim Peres Fontanes and António Xavier Machado Cerveira.
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