Portugal Capela dos Ossos, Evora
The Capela dos Ossos (Chapel of Bones) is a small interior chapel built within the Church of St Francis in Evora. The walls are lined with human skulls and bones.
A 16th century Franciscan monk wanted to convey the message that life is transitory. This is summed up by the warning over the entrance, "We bones that are here, for yours await."
There are approximately 5000 skeletons of monks in the chapel.
A 16th century Franciscan monk wanted to convey the message that life is transitory. This is summed up by the warning over the entrance, "We bones that are here, for yours await."
There are approximately 5000 skeletons of monks in the chapel.
Photography Tips
A flash is necessary if you wish to capture the dimmer parts of the chapel although sections of the wall are floodlit.
Travel Information
Evora is about a 2 hour train ride from Lisbon. A car is the best way to get there.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
A decent amount of people
Best Timing
All timings are equally good
Sunrise & Sunset
07:44 - 17:16
| current local time: 21:14
Photo Themes
Bones
chapel
Church
death
Religion
Skulls
Locations
Evora
Church of St Francis
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