Fodor's Expert Review Sé de Braga

Braga Religious Building

This huge cathedral was originally Romanesque but is now an impressively cohesive blend of styles. The delicate Renaissance stone tracery on the roof is particularly eye-catching. Enter from Rua do Souto through the 18th-century cloister; the cathedral interior is on your left, and there are various interesting chapels. Steps by the entrance to the cathedral lead to the Museu de Arte Sacra (Museum of Religious Art), which has a fascinating collection, including a 14th-century crystal cross set in bronze. From the magnificent coro alto (upper choir), which you cross as part of the tour, there are views of the great baroque double organ. Across the cloister, you'll see the Capela dos Reis (Kings' Chapel), a 14th-century chapel containing the tombs of Afonso Henriques's parents, Henry of Burgundy and his wife, Teresa.

Religious Building

Quick Facts

Rua do Souto 38
Braga, Braga  4700-329, Portugal

253 263 317

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Sight Details:
Rate Includes: €3 Treasury-Museum, €2 Cathedral, €2 Chapels and High Choir; €5 joint ticket

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