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The 7 wonders of Portugal: monuments
1. Belém Tower (Torre de Belém) - Lisbon
The construction of Belém Tower(1514-1520) had as its main goal the protection of Lisbon against invaders. As the means for defence and attack had evolved since them, its defensive function was lost.
The 7 wonders of Portugal: monuments
You will discover the 7 wonders of Portugal, chosen by the Portuguese people in 2007.
The 7 wonders of Portugal: monuments
2. Jerónimos Monastery (Mosteiro dos Jerónimos) - Lisbon
•The construction of the Jerónimos Monastery began in 1502 by order of King D. Manuel I and was concluded at a century later. •The Jerónimos Monastery is an impressive building. One of the most exquisite projects was the Church of Santa Maria de Belém, with a high ceiling, where the tombs of Camões and Vasco da Gama are located.
The 7 wonders of Portugal: monuments
4. Óbidos Castle (Castelo de Óbidos) - Óbidos
One of the most charming towns in Portugal, Óbidos stands out for having preserved the wall that surrounds the historic center and the castle, which was expanded and fortified during the Middle Ages.
The 7 wonders of Portugal: monuments
3. Pena National Palace (Palácio da Pena) - Sintra
A masterpiece of romanticism in Portugal, it is the best known monument in the beautiful city of Sintra, next to Lisbon. At the top of a mountain, the palace has a unique architecture, which mixes strong colors and Manueline elements and Arab influence.
The 7 wonders of Portugal: monuments
5. Alcobaça Monastery (Mosteiro de Alcobaça) - Alcobaça
Main monument of the city of Alcobaça, the monastery dates from the 12th
century, being considered the first Gothic construction in the country. Of great
dimensions, it was the last foundation of São Bernardo. Inside the monastery
are the tombs of D. Pedro I and D. Inês de Castro, who lived a tragic and
famous love story.
The 7 wonders of Portugal: monuments
6. Batalha Monastery (Mosteiro da Batalha) - Batalha
Batalha Monastery is one of the most beautifull Portuguese and European
architecture masterpieces. After his victory in Aljubarrota (1385) over the
Kingdom of Castile (a region from the present Spain), King D. João I
commissioned the construction of this monastery to thank Virgin Mary for this
triumph. Its construction began in 1386 and was completed in 1517.
The 7 wonders of Portugal: monuments
7. Guimarães Castle (Castelo de Guimarães) - Guimarães
Located in Guimarães, northern
Portugal, the castle was built in
the 10th century as a
protection against attacks by
the Moors. They say that D.
Afonso Henriques, the first king
of Portugal, was born there. In
addition, the castle's history is
closely linked to the battles for
the country's independence.
Thank you very much for your interest.