Church · 1147 / 1582–1629
Monastery of São Vicente de Fora
Igreja e Mosteiro de São Vicente de Fora
In 1582 Philip II of Spain, newly crowned king of Portugal, orders the medieval monastery rebuilt in grand Mannerist style.
Stories
Founded outside the walls 1147
The monastery's origin goes back to the conquest of 1147, when a church is founded 'de fora' - outside the city walls.
Siege and conquest of Lisbon, 1147 1 July - 24/25 October 1147 (to verify)
Afonso Henriques with northern crusaders takes Lisbon after four months; city surrenders (no "peaceful/bloodless"). Runs through 4 Alfama stops: film once as a shared scene.
Spanish king rebuilds the monastery 1582
In 1582 Philip II of Spain, newly crowned king of Portugal, orders the medieval monastery rebuilt in grand Mannerist style.
National Monument 1910
The church of São Vicente de Fora is listed as a National Monument in June 1910.