São João de Longo Vales Church
Igreja de Longos Vales, Mosteiro, Longos Vales 4950-200, Monção
Phone: +351 251 652 466
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Located about 7 km southeast of Monção, the 12th century church of the former Romanesque monastery of São João de Longo Vales was built during the reign of Afonso Henriques. The capitals and apse have quality sculpted monkeys, serpents and other mythological figures in tortuous positions. Another interesting feature is that the church was built in phases and it appears that the triumphal arch at one stage served as the entrance. The church was modified in the 17th century and, following the abolition of religious orders in 1834, later became a parish church. Visits are arranged by the tourist office in Monção.
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