Lisboa Trip Overview
This Tour is full of secrets, legends and mysticism …
The incredible architecture of the Batalha monastery and the Convent of the Order of Christ in Tomar, the mysterious Almourol castle on an island in the middle of the Tagus river, spectacular landscapes and rich in history, steeped in deception, betrayal, blood and courage of the Portuguese Kings and Knights. …
All sites are included in the “7 Wonders of Portugal” and are protected by UNESCO.
Additional Info
* Duration: 9 hours
* Starts: Lisboa, Portugal
* Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal
This Tour is full of secrets, legends and mysticism …
The incredible architecture of the Batalha monastery and the Convent of the Order of Christ in Tomar, the mysterious Almourol castle on an island in the middle of the Tagus river, spectacular landscapes and rich in history, steeped in deception, betrayal, blood and courage of the Portuguese Kings and Knights. …
All sites are included in the “7 Wonders of Portugal” and are protected by UNESCO.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Castelo de Almourol, Praia do Ribatejo 2260 Portugal
We start our tour with Almourol Castle. Like a true and beautiful pearl, it opens to our eyes! In the early 12th century, it was built in the middle of the river near Tomar
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Tomar, Tomar, Santarem District, Central Portugal
Today, Tomar is perhaps a charming and picturesque place, but during the 13th century it was one of the most influential cities in the Iberian Peninsula, being the religious home of the Knights Templar.
Stop At: Batalha Monastery, Largo Infante Dom Henrique 2440, Batalha 2440-484 Portugal
Our next stop is at Batalha Monastery which will be no less surprising. A unique power structure, Gothic and Manueline, many towers and gargoyles, literally tied walls, beautiful and scary at the same time … It was created as a tribute by the victory in the battle of Aljubarrota a bloody fight, thanks to which Portugal conquered the independence of Chatelaine
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Convento de Cristo, Igreja do Castelo Templario, Tomar 2300-000 Portugal
Next we will go to the timeless Monastery-Convent of Christ in the city of Tomar.
Residence of the Knights Templar expelled from France who were accepted by the Kingdom of Portugal, which needed experienced and educated defenders.
The Fortress Monastery of the Order of Christ in Tomar is a symbol, stronghold and main residence of the Templars in Portugal.
The monumental and grandiose building has various styles passing through various architectural eras (Romanesque, Gothic, Manueline and Renaissance),
Duration: 2 hours
