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The Jerónimos Monastery is one of the most prominent examples of the late Portuguese Gothic Manueline style of architecture in Lisbon. It was erected in the early 1500s near the launch point of Vasco da Gama's first journey, and its construction funded by a tax on the profits of the yearly Portuguese India Armadas.
The Jerónimos Monastery, also called Hieronymites Monastery, is along with the Tower of Belém, one of the most visited sites in Lisbon. UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 1983. This landmark is called Mosteiro dos Jerónimos in Portuguese.
The Jerónimos Monastery was proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983. This notable 16th century work of architecture became part of Portuguese identity and culture.
Jerónimos Monastery with its elaborate portal, an impressive example of lacy stonework. One of the first monuments in Europe to be listed as a World Heritage Site , this monastery was built in the 1500s and is Lisbon’s must-see marvel.
May 16, 2021 · The Jerónimos Monastery (Mosteiro dos Jerónimos), also known as the Hieronymites Monastery, is an iconic 16th century monastery in Lisbon, and along with the nearby Tower of Belém, is one of the most visited sites in Lisbon.
The Jerónimos Monastery (in Portuguese Mosteiro dos Jerónimos), one of the most famous and most visited monuments of Lisbon is not just an exceptional architectural work, but also an important symbol of the Portuguese identity and culture.
Monasterio de los Jerónimos y Torre de Belém (Lisboa) Construido a partir del año 1502, el Monasterio de los Jerónimos se yergue a la entrada del puerto de Lisboa y es la ejemplificación misma del arte portugués en todo su apogeo.
Jul 8, 2024 · Near the Tagus River in the parish of Belém is the magnificent Jerónimos Monastery, one of Portugal’s finest example of Manueline architecture. Known in Portugal as Mosteiros dos Jerónimos, this architectural wonder was built by King Manuel I of Portugal in the 16th century and is one of Lisbon’s most popular landmarks.
The Jerónimos Monastery in the riverfront district of Belém is without a doubt one of Portugal’s most famed and magnificent sites. The richly decorated 16th century building is one of the "7 Wonders of the World of Portugal" and has been declared a "Cultural Heritage of Humanity" by UNESCO.
Dec 9, 2023 · The Jerónimos Monastery, or Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, located in the Belém district of Lisbon, is an architectural marvel and a cultural treasure. This UNESCO World Heritage site epitomizes the Portuguese Late Gothic Manueline style of architecture, reflecting Portugal’s wealth and power during the Age of Discoveries.
