This is an important historical landmark of the city of Guimarães. Since the early 17th century, it has housed the Hospital de Misericórdia, the Casa de Despacho, and the Hospital de Misericórdia, in addition to the beautiful church.
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In a prominent position in the center is the sculpture of King D. Afonso Henriques by the contemporary sculptor João Cutileiro, which was inaugurated on 24 June 2001

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More information about the complex history of this building can be found here: maps.app.goo.gl/qvXKz7jaiB9KYfcB6

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