Church of Senhor do Socorro

[2] Carlos Alberto Ferreira de Almeida, has noted that interior tile is one of the more notable group of tilework this lateral period of construction.

The church porch is open to a segmented arch topped by large window bay, with monumental shoulders bound by pediment and interrupted by a royal coat-of-arms.

[2] The church platform is surrounded by a wall, paced by pilasters and decorated statues, with two ponds and shelters flanking the central staircase.

[2] This area provides access to a projected series of chapels, although only one was constructed (a square plan) with corner pilasters, ranging from full arch, side windows, dome and small altar inside.

[2] The hexagonal nave is decorated with granite wainscot and includes a triumphal arch in tile, with the barrel vault adorned by three painted medallions.

The view of the facade of the Church of Senhor do Socorro, showing the royal coat-of-arms, marking the influence or patronage of the Portuguese Corte
A view of the Church on the grounds, with terraced gardens
The interior chancel and nave, with ornate gilded woodwork, with altar showing Jerusalem