Church of Saint Francis

**★★★★★ Kristel Hanna — 2 months ago

The Igreja de São Francisco is, without a doubt, one of the most stunning churches you can visit in Porto! Stepping inside is like walking into a treasure chest, the sheer volume of gilded woodwork (talha dourada) is just overwhelming. Every surface, from the pillars to the altarpieces, is covered in carvings dipped in gold leaf, creating a truly jaw-dropping Baroque masterpiece. While it is strictly forbidden to take photos inside the church itself, a rule I respected, the memory of that glitte