The Igreja Matriz de São Clemente in Loulé is a 13th-century Gothic church built on the site of a former mosque. It features a striking ogival portal, a Baroque bell tower, and an interior with three naves and several side chapels. The church was severely damaged in the 1755 earthquake and later restored.

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September 22, 2025

The church was built in the 13th century, presumably on the foundations of a mosque. The bell tower, which stands out with its gray stone, formerly served as a minaret for the Moors. In the 16th century, it was adapted as a church tower and adorned with Baroque decorations. Only the Gothic portal remains in its original state; otherwise, the church was rebuilt several times between the 16th and 18th centuries.

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