The Sao Roque Church was built by the Jesuits in 1574 and commissioned from the Italian architect, Filipp Terzi. It is one of the earliest Jesuit churches in Portugal or indeed anywhere in the world, and was the home of the order in Portugal for over two centuries.It was later given to the Lisbon charity house to replace their church and headquarters which had been lost in the devastating earthquake of 1755.The Sao Roque Church is an interesting combination of plain and unassuming façade and hugely ornate interior. It is a must-visit destination for anyone visiting Lisbon, Portugal, who has an interest in ecclesiastical architecture or baroque and Rococo art and design.The façade itself is relatively plain and gives no clue of the treasures that are hidden behind its walls. Inside, the church contains a number of chapels, most of which are built in the baroque style of the early 17th century.