Star Basilica: The Beautiful Star Basilica
The bright white Crete dome of Basílica da Estrela (the basilica of the stars) attracts admiring looks from all over Lisbon, as is its omnipresence on the city horizon.The church is one of the greatest in the capital and is located on a hill west of the city center. In order of Maria I, the daughter of King José I, the construction of the basilica began in 1779 and was completed in 1790.Mafra, though on a smaller scale.Standing next to the large altar and looking up, the dome resembles a huge swollen balloon bathed in a soft translucent light. On one side is the tomb of Maria I, but what visitors should definitely look for is the extraordinary birth of the Lord made in the cork and terracotta de Castro.Is displayed in a room that is sometimes blocked.If this is the case, ask the sacristan to see it.Outside, opposite the basilica, are the leaves Jardim da Estrela, the most beautiful park in Lisbon and a wonderful place to visit for a picnic.



