Capela de Sao Frutuoso 
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In the suburb of Sao Jerónimo Real, 3km/2mi northwest of the town, is one of the oldest Christian buildings in Portugal, the Capela de Sao Frutuoso, founded by and named after an early bishop of Braga, Frutuoso de Dume (second half of seventh C.). The central part of the chapel and the east end date from the late seventh C. and show Byzantine influence - an unusual feature in Portugal.
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Must-see attractions nearby:
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The saint's remains are now in the adjoining Baroque church of the former Franciscan convent, in which the chapel, which has a fine carved pulpit, was incorporated in the 18th C.
Address:
Capela de Sao Frutoso, São Jerónimo de Real
4700 Braga, , Portugal
4700 Braga, , Portugal
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