Estrela Basilica

Today the Basilica da Estrela is regarded as one of the most ornate churches of Lisbon with a detailed front facade and intricate geometric marble patterns that line the interior. On display is a permanent nativity scene that is composed of 500 figures and carved from cork. The Basilica da Estrela lies to the western side of Lisbon and is away from the common tourist trail but visitors who make the short tram journey will be richly rewarded with one of the finest churches in Portugal.