In the heart of Tavira, the 16th-century Igreja da Misericórdia is a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture. Its elegant façade and magnificent interior, decorated with blue-and-white azulejos depicting scenes of charity, make it one of the Algarve’s most beautiful churches — truly not to be missed.
Misa muy agradable, con muchos niños y un cura simpático. Iglesia muy bonita.
Hermoso altar repujado en madera, escuchamos un concierto de Fado
The Church of São José do Hospital was part of the Espirito Santo Hospital in Tavira. Now it is a museum dedicated to the first hospital in Tavira. It shows the history of healthcare. Interesting stuff. Admissikon is 3 Euros.
A beautiful church.
The original church was built in the 15th century. Destroyed by earthquake in 1775. In my opinion, the Igreja de São José do Hospital do Espírito Santo represents late gothic with baroque elements. A.D 1768 (18th century) is visible on the front facade of the church. This date can confirm the style as baroque. Church Igreja de São José was served as a hospital church. It was the Royal Espírito Santo Hospital. I visited Igreja de São José in November 2013. I recommend a visit.
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