Escalhão Church

The study focuses on the Igreja Matriz de Escalhão, exploring its architectural evolution and its significance within a transitional period in Portuguese architecture, described as "between renaissances." The objective is to analyze and understand how this church incorporates elements of the Manueline style—distinctive to Portugal during the Age of Discoveries—alongside features of the international Renaissance, blending local and global architectural trends. By comparing the Igreja Matriz de Escalhão with similar churches, the study aims to highlight its unique characteristics while situating it within the broader context of Portuguese architectural history.