Every country has its own style of building churches. They’re simple and plain in the USA, mystical and ancient in Armenia, rich and luxurious in Europe. So, if you decide to visit churches in Lisbon, there’s quite a big variety. Church of Santo Antonio is a beautiful church deserving your attention and time. The church is naturally dedicated to the patron of Portugal, Saint Antonio (born in 1195).
The construction began in 1757. The building mainly belongs to Baroque architectural style. Besides this, there is also a mixture of other architectural styles as well. Rococo elements can be seen in some areas.
Lots of amazing statues fill the interior and exterior space. It looks so rich, one would take it for a luxurious manor. If you take a particular liking to this saint, there are some additional attractions connected to his name. The museum of Santo Antonio is just one of them. June 13 is celebrated as Saint Antonio Day all over Portugal.
I’ll give you three very important reasons to visit this church.
If you’re a single traveler, I can bet there is one tiny thought about finding love in your mind. You secretly hope that you’ll meet a nice Portuguese woman, go to romantic dates, listen to Fado music, dance, and fall in love together. I personally consider it the best type of vacation you can have. Forget about the attractions, museums, souvenirs, soak in romantic atmosphere. And the best part of it is you don’t need much money. So, if you’re on budget travel and can’t afford a luxurious hotel and a full sightseeing list, love might be a good option for you.
You will take her to the most beautiful sites, get some awesome photos shoots, which will later be the sweetest memories from Lisbon.
Of course, this can happen to women as well. Who doesn’t want to meet a passionate Portuguese man?
Do you want a love story during the vacation? If the answer is yes, then the church is a priority. Saint Antonio is famous for matchmaking. The church might be just the place you meet the love of your life.
Saint Antonio is also the patron of brides. When you’re done with the crazy bachelorette party, you can visit the church as a bride for the last time.
Saint Antonio is also “in charge of” lost and found. Not the movie, but the real lost and found stuff. If you have lost a precious thing, or maybe you became the victim of professional pickpockets, Santo Antonio church is the place to ask for help.
The church opens at 8:00 am and stays open until 7:30 pm. Keep at least half an hour in reserve. This much will be enough to explore the art around the building and take some inspirational photos.
When you get tired of museums, endless art collections, you should make a change in the agenda. Santo Antonio Church is a really nice place to relax, walk around, and simply enjoy the city. Can you find a better alternative?
