Sebastião Church and Museum, Albufeira

Sebastião Church and Museum, Albufeira

Sebastião Church was constructed in the mid-18th century in the Manueline and Baroque styles. The church is situated on Miguel Bombarda Square. In addition to serving as a place of worship, it houses the Museum of Sacred Art (Museu De Arte Sacra). Upon entering the church, you will see a wooden altar covered with gold, as well as painted, wooden carvings of saints and a 16th-century stone sculpture.
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Sight Name: Sebastião Church and Museum
Sight Location: Albufeira, Portugal (See walking tours in Albufeira)
Sight Type: Religious

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Albufeira Introduction Walking Tour

Albufeira Introduction Walking Tour

Settlements appeared in the area of Albufeira in pre-history. The fishing was good. The Romans came. They named the town Baltum. They gave it structure, administrative and architectural. Later the Romans left, but some architecture remains. The Byzantines made a brief appearance, followed by the Visigoths. The fish didn't play out until recently.

The Visigoths ruled until the Moors took up...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.5 Km or 1.6 Miles