The Basílica da Estrela or Estrela Basilica is located on a hill in the western part of old Lisbon, Portugal. It was constructed over a period of eleven years and consecrated at the end of 1790. This huge church was built in the late baroque and neoclassical style of the era. It features a façade with twin bell towers and a giant rococo dome roof. The discount hotels near the Basílica da Estrela in Lisbon will all agree this is one of the most beautiful churches in Europe. The intricate geometric patterns of the floor and walls of its interior made vast quantities of grey, pink and yellow marble that was brought to the site from all over Europe.
The church features many works of art made by famous artisans such as statues, paintings and an impressive Christmas manger composed of more than 500 figures. It’s only fitting that Queen Mary I’s elaborate Empire-style tomb be in the Basilica, as she commissioned the building of this vast church which till this day has been one of Lisbon's most eye-catching landmarks. Just check here at EasyToBook.com for budget hotel bookings. You can make online reservations at one the discount hotels that are centrally located in and around town and offer easy access to all amenities of the city.