The Architecture

From Roman ruins to Manueline monasteries

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A tour of Portugal’s most amazing buildings

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The jewel in Portugal's crown

Discover the story of Jerónimos Monastery

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An icon of Manueline architecture

Learn about the fascinating history of the Jerónimos Monastery

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A gateway to the past

What does the main entrance of the Monastery tell us about the Age of Discovery?

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No ordinary side entrance!

A journey through one of the most important portals of the Manueline period

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Who rests in the tombs of the monastery?

Learn about the unique histories of five famous historical figures

The Church of Madre de Deus

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A remarkable Lisbon landmark

Explore the many functions that the Tower of Belém has had

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The history of the Tower of Belém

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The extraordinary tale of the Lisbon Rhinoceros

A monument to Portugal

A closer look at the National Pantheon

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Discovering the National Pantheon

A unique example of baroque style in Portugal

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The myth of the Church of Saint Engracia

Why the construction lasted 400 years

Seven centuries of history

Buildings that have seen the most significant moments in Portugal's history

The convent of Christ

Part of one of the largest monument complexes of European architecture

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A celebration of independence

The story behind Batalha Monastery

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In memory of a battle

A journey through architecture and sculpture

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Windows on the church

A look at the best preserved stained glass windows

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The west portal of Batalha Monastery, explained

Discover the meaning of the intricate carvings

Right back to the beginning

Portugal in ancient times

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The Roman town of Conimbriga

Dig into Portugal's largest remaining Roman site

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The history of Lusitânia

Discover what Roman writers and poets had to say about the province

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Step inside some of Portugal most famous buildings in 360°

ExploreMafra National Palace - Library

ExploreConvent of Christ - Church

ExploreBatalha Monastery

ExploreJerónimos Monastery - Church

ExploreJerónimos Monastery - Coutyard

ExploreBelém Tower - Exterior

ExploreNational Pantheon - Interior

ExploreConimbriga Ruins

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Take a walk around the Convent of Christ

Convent of Christ

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Take a tour in the monastery

Batalha Monastery

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A virtual tour through amazing rooms

National Palace of Ajuda

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Take a Walk Around Jerónimos Monastery

Jerónimos Monastery

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Welcome to Machado de Castro National Museum

Museu Nacional de Machado de Castro

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Take a walk around Conimbriga ruins

Conimbriga Monographic Museum

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Take a walk around Grão Vasco Museum

Grão Vasco National Museum

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Take a walk around National Azulejo Museum

National Azulejo Museum

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MNAA National Museum of Ancient Art

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Welcome to Tower of Belém

Tower of Belém

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Take a walk around National Pantheon

National Pantheon

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Welcome to the Palace of Mafra

Mafra National Palace

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Welcome to the National Coach Museum

National Coach Museum

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National Museum of Contemporary Art

National Museum of Contemporary Art - Museu do Chiado

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Take a walk around National Music Museum

National Music Museum

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Take a walk around Anastácio Gonçalves House-Museum

Anastácio Gonçalves House-Museum

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Take a walk around Alcobaça Monastery

Alcobaça Monastery

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Lisbon through the eyes of Fernando Pessoa

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