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Visit the Jerónimos Monastery, a Manueline-style landmark in Lisbon, built to commemorate the return of Vasco da Gama from India. See the church, the cloister, the tombs of famous Portuguese figures and nearby attractions.
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.
Learn about the history, architecture and attractions of this 15th-century monastery, paid for with spice trade profits and home to famous explorers and poets. Find out how to get there, buy tickets, and visit nearby museums and gardens.
Learn about the history and architecture of the Jerónimos Monastery, a 16th century monument founded by King Manuel I in honour of the Infante D. Henrique. Visit the church, the pantheon of the Avis-Beja Dynasty and the Tagus River.
May 16, 2021 · Learn about the 16th century monastery in Lisbon that honours Vasco Da Gama and King Manuel I, and admire its Manueline architecture and azulejo panels. Find out how to visit this UNESCO World Heritage site and its museums.
- Amy Irvine
Learn everything you need to know about the Jeronimos Monastery, one of Portugal's most famed and magnificent sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Find out how to buy tickets, what to see, how to get there and more in this comprehensive guide.
Visit the Jeronimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a masterpiece of Manueline style in Lisbon. Learn about its history, its tombs, its cloister and how to buy tickets online or with the Lisboa Card.
