jerónimos monastery
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Jerónimos Monastery
Historical backgroundWhy you should visit itSurrounding area
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Built in 1459 as a small chapel by Henry the navigator
Originally home of Hieronymite orderVasco da Gama stayed there before his
discovery in the orient in 1497Its construction started on 6th january 1501Built to pray for the King and the sailors
departing from the beach of Restelo
Historical background
The manueline style of architectureThe sculptures incorporating maritim elementsRemainings of Vasco da Gama and Luís Vaz de
CamõesHistorical importance!
Why you should visit it
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhS79Qw6tD8&feature=related
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Monument of discoveriesBelém Tower The cultural centre of BelémPopular art museumPastel of Belém
Surrounding area
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