Episcopal Palace, Porto

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The Episcopal Palace (Portuguese: Paço Episcopal) is the former residence of the bishops of Porto, in Portugal. The palace is located on a high elevation, near Porto Cathedral, and dominates the skyline of the city. It is part of the historical centre of Porto, designated World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The palace is an important example of late Baroque and Rococo civil architecture in the city.

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Episcopal Palace, Porto
Terreiro da Sé, Porto Centro Histórico (Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória)

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N 41.142 °	E -8.6116 °

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Paço Episcopal do Porto (Palácio dos Bispos; Paço do Bispo; Palácio Episcopal do Porto; Paço Episcopal; Palácio Episcopal)

Terreiro da Sé
4050-573 Porto, Centro Histórico (Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória)
Portugal
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