- This tower, forming part of the Clérigos Church complex, is a Baroque masterpiece from the mid-18th century attributed to Nicolau Nasoni...
- Photo about PORTO, PORTUGAL - OCTOBER 31, 2017: View on Clerigos Church and Clerigos Tower, one of the main architectural landmarks of Porto, Portugal.
- The church was built for the Brotherhood of the Clérigos (Clergy) by Nicolau Nasoni, an Italian architect and painter who left an extense work in the north of...
- The Igreja dos Clérigos was begun in 1732 and was completed in the 1750's, with the monumental divided stairway in front of the church finished later in the...
- However, if you want a guided tour to the church, tower, and Clérigos Museum, tickets cost 9,50 euros.
- Download and listen to online audio tours of Clerigos Church and Tower.
- It is a giant belltower, adjacent to Clérigos Church and striking in the sheer Baroque beauty that gave it the world heritage status.
- Clérigos Tower opened its doors in 1763, becoming the highest bell tower of Portugal, with over 75 metres.
- 4. Take a Tour – There are several guided tours available that will take you through the history of Clérigos Tower and the church.