Standing at the entrance to Lisbon harbour, the Monastery of the Hieronymites -- construction of which began in 1502 …
Thing to Do
Monastery of the Hieronymites and Tower of Belém in Lisbon Lisbon, Portugal
Day 1
Notes
The Monastery and the Tower of Belem are actually two separate sites, within walking distance of each other. The Monastery is huge, split into the elaboratedly decorated church where Vasco de Gama's tomb is located, as well as the Cloisters with its peaceful atmosphere. The Torre de Belem is on the waterfront and a famous landmark.