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The Jerónimos Monastery is a magnificent monument marking the high point of Portuguese art in the century of the Discoveries. |
The Tower of Belém stands on the former beach at Restelo, point of departure for naus and caravels on voyages to discover the Oceans. |
Discover one of the most fascinating Gothic monuments in Europe. |
UNESCO has classified this unique monument as a World Heritage site. It is a symbol of both Western history and the history of Portugal. |
The Templar Castle and the Convent of the Knights of the Order of Christ have been witness to some of the most heroic events in the history of Portugal. |
The Tower of Belém and the Monastery of Jerónimos in Belém are the capital’s Manueline art landmarks. But they are by no means its only such monuments. |
Setúbal may be a sea-faring city but it also stands guard over some of the earliest examples of Manueline art in Portugal. |
Sintra, Moon Hill to ancient mystics, has long attracted great appreciation. It was particularly special to Manuel I, who lived and built here. |
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