Igreja de São Paio de Merelim, Braga
#55 among attractions in Braga


Facts and practical information
The São Paio Church is the largest religious spot in São Paio de Merelim.
The patron saint is São Paio, a young man martyred during the Arab domination of the Iberian Peninsula.
São Paio de MerelimBraga Portugal
Igreja de São Paio de Merelim – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Estádio Municipal de Braga, Chapel of São Frutuoso, Mosteiro de Tibães, Museu dos Biscainhos.
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