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Daily Tour
20 people
English
A masterpiece of Manueline architecture, the Jerónimos Monastery is situated in Lisbon and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. King Manuel I ordered it built in 1496. This magnificent monument, which was constructed in honor of the Infante Dom Henrique and the Order of St. Jerome, is a representation of Portugal’s Age of Exploration. From its use by monks to its conversion into a school and orphanage in the 19th century, visitors can marvel at its elaborate design and discover its historical significance. The monastery is an essential component of Portugal’s identity and cultural legacy since it is also the ultimate resting place of poet Luís de Camões and renowned navigator Vasco da Gama.