New Cathedral of Coimbra

While visiting the University of Coimbra, I found the Se Nova Cathedral. The Jesuits, who had settled in the city in 1541, originally owned this church as part of their college. The church's construction began in 1598, but it did not open until 1698 because the temple took so long to build. The Sé Nova, primarily known for its baroque facade and the four statues of Jesuit saints, is currently in perfect condition and located near the University of Coimbra. Inside there is a vaulted nave as well as four domed chapels. The altar, decorated with huge, gold, carved altarpieces, was constructed in the late XVII and early XVIII century.