Lisboa Trip Overview
Belem is the charming neighbourhood located to the west of Lisbon’s city centre, nestled alongside the river Tagus. This beautiful area plays an immensely important role in Portuguese history. Belém is well-known for its waterfront monuments and wide-open spaces, giving a tribute to the country’s legendary nautical adventurers. Admire the Manueline architecture of 16th-century Jerónimos Monastery, and learn about the two most important figures of the Portuguese Discoveries that are interred there: Vasco da Gama and Luís de Camões. As you stroll around the city you will discover that this elegant area of the city probably holds the record, In terms of places to visit and sights to see.
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* Duration: 2 hours
* Starts: Lisboa, Portugal
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal
Belem is the charming neighbourhood located to the west of Lisbon’s city centre, nestled alongside the river Tagus. This beautiful area plays an immensely important role in Portuguese history. Belém is well-known for its waterfront monuments and wide-open spaces, giving a tribute to the country’s legendary nautical adventurers. Admire the Manueline architecture of 16th-century Jerónimos Monastery, and learn about the two most important figures of the Portuguese Discoveries that are interred there: Vasco da Gama and Luís de Camões. As you stroll around the city you will discover that this elegant area of the city probably holds the record, In terms of places to visit and sights to see.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Belem, Belem, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
You will learn about:
The moorish rule
Kingdom of Portugal
Prince Henry the Navigator
House of Aviz
Arrival of Vasco da Gama
Luís de Camões and the Lusiads
Brigantine era
French invasion in 1807
Departure of the Portuguese Royal Family to Brazil
The Tropical Botanical Garden of the Overseas Empire, founded in 1906
You will see:
Belem Tower
Monument to the Discoveries
Praca do Imperio
View of Belem Cultural Center / Berardo Collection Museum
View of Navy Museum
Jeronimos Monastery
View of National Coach Museum
Tropical Botanical Garden
