Portuguese Architecture

Capela das Almas: Two Saints, One Building

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Capela das Almas (Chapel of Souls) exterior covered in blue azulejo tiles depicting scenes of St. Francis of Assisi and St. Catherine, located in the corner of Rua de Santa Catarina and Rua Fernandes Tomás in Porto, Portugal

Capela das Almas in Porto is famous for its blue-and-white azulejos depicting stories from the lives of St. Catherine of Alexandria and St. Francis of Assisi. A closer look at these remarkable panels reveals scenes of faith, miracles, martyrdom, and centuries-old Christian artistic traditions.

Porto Cathedral: A Unique Blend of Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque Styles

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West façade of Porto Cathedral (Sé do Porto) featuring its Romanesque rose window, twin bell towers, and the adjoining Casa do Cabido in Porto, Portugal

Porto Cathedral (Sé do Porto) stands above the Douro River as a remarkable blend of Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque styles. Explore its history, magnificent interior, chapels, rose window, towers, and the architectural evolution that has shaped one of Portugal’s most important cathedrals.

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