Ourense has several beautiful ancient churches, and the Church of Santa Eufemia is among the most picturesque ones. The construction of this chic Baroque temple began in the 17th century and lasted almost 150 years. Today, one of the main features of the church is its original facade skilfully adorned with a stone carving. Looking at the church, you can notice some asymmetry. The thing is that one of the building's side towers remained unfinished.
No less interesting Baroque-style monument is the Church of St. Mary built in the 18th century. It is notable for its magnificent old altar depicting the image of Saint Mary. This altar has been within the walls of the church since its foundation. The beautiful Baroque church was built on the site of an earlier one. Its interior still features some elements of the old temple.
A popular tourist attraction is Claustro de San Francisco founded in the 14th century. Today, the monastery's cloister is of great architectural value. Its building consists of 76 twin columns, as well as 63 arches. In the ancient convent, there is also a charming patio, which is now currently the most picturesque in Galicia.
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