The truly Romanesque phase actually began late, around the 13th century. A document during the reign of King Afonso II of Portugal mentioned the construction of the building during the reign of Afonso I of Portugal, although archaeological proof of these statements have yet to be discovered on the site.
The Romanesque period's true onset occurred around the 13th century. A document from King Afonso II of Portugal's reign mentioned the construction of the building during the reign of Afonso I of Portugal, although archaeological evidence to support these claims has yet to be found at the site.