• The Estrela Basilica in the Estrela neighborhood of Lisbon stands as a grand testament to the architectural styles of late Baroque and Neoclassical design.
  • The Estrela Basilica was the first church in the world dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. ... Things to do near Basílica da Estrela.
  • Those interested in churches are recommended to visit the Basílica da Estrela (Star Basilica) in the Estrela district of the same name.
  • Basilica da Estrela: Answer To A Queen’s Prayer. The Basilica da Estrela is an eye-catching Lisbon landmark and monument.
  • The Estrela Basilica was consecrated to the cult of the sacred heart of Jesus, hence it is also known as the Basilica of the Sacred Heart.
  • Queen Mary I of Portugal built the rococo-style Basilica da Estrela, a church and convent, in the late 1700s to honor the birth of her son, Prince Jose.
  • It sits enthroned like a queen on one of Lisbon's hills: the Basilica da Estrela. And in the course of its history, it was indeed elevated to the status of a regent...
  • The Basílica da Estrela is an obligatory port of call in Lisbon. It is also a stop on the no. 28 tram route, another must during your stay.
  • For anyone with an interest in foreign clergy or late Baroque/neoclassical architecture the Basílica da Estrela is an unmissable landmark in the Portuguese capital.
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