Walking Tour of the Characteristic Points of Belem
Description
Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the historic districts of the city along with insightful comments and information. Visit the Jerónimos Church and the Belém Tower. Taste the famous "Pasteis de Belém" and visit the two centuries old pastry shop where they are made.
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The Jerónimos monastery ("dei Gerolamini") is located in the Belém district in the city of Lisbon. Made in Manueline style on a project by the architect Diogo de Boitaca, it was built by King Manuel I to celebrate the return of the Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama, after discovering the route to India
The Bethlehem tower or, more commonly, Belém tower (in Portuguese: torre de Belém) is a fortified tower located in Lisbon, Portugal. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that played a key role in the Age of Europe's discoveries, as it served both as a fortress and a port from where Portuguese explorers set out to determine what would be the first European trade in history with China and India.
Discoveries Monument: This 52-meter-high monument, erected in 1960, is located near the Belém Tower and the Jerónimos Monastery and commemorates the 500th anniversary of one of Portugal's great navigators, Henry the Navigator, who discovered Madeira, the Azores and Cape Verde
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
