Convento de Santa Clara (Funchal)

Portugal / Madeira / Funchal / Calçada de Santa Clara, 15
 place with historical importance, monastery, Roman Catholic church

The 15th Century Convento de Santa Clara was an enclosed order but is now open to visitors. Take a tour of the Gothic cloisters, ornate chapels and nave, which are decorated with azulejos in a striking geometric design. The convent also contains the tomb of Madeira’s founder, João Gonçalves Zarco. www.madeira-web.com/PagesUK/churches.html
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Coordinates:   32°39'1"N   16°54'47"W
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