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Belém, Lisbon, Portugal Photos: Celso Gonçalves Roc2c

Praça do Império, Lisbon, Portugal Photos: Celso Gonçalves Roc2c

Identification of the street name View from the sidewalk , with standard black stone Vieira Portuense street, Belém, Lisboa, Portugal Fotos: Celso Gonçalves roc2c

Império Square, Belém, Lisbon, Portugal Photos: Celso Gonçalves Roc2c

Near the place where the Prince Henry , in mid -century . XV, ordered to build a church on the invocation of St. Mary of Bethlehem, the King wanted Manuel I built a large monastery . To perpetuate the memory of Prince , for his great devotion to Our Lady and belief in S. Jerome D. Manuel I in 1496 decided to found the Monastery of Santa Maria de Belém , near the city of Lisbon, near the River Tagus . Donated to the monks of the Order of St. Jerome, is now commonly known as the Jeronimos Monastery . The Monastery is a cultural reference that did not escape or to artists, writers and travelers during the five centuries of its existence. It was host and burial of kings , later poets. Today is admired by every one of us , not only as a remarkable piece of architecture, but as an integral part of our culture and identity. The Jeronimos Monastery was declared a National Monument in 1907 and in 1983 UNESCO classified ...

Rio Moinhos, Viseu, Portugal Photos: Celso Gonçalves Roc2c

Viseu Best known for its velvety red wines and luscious gastronomic delights, Viseu will entice you with its vibrant folklore festivals, pastoral scenery and plentiful collection of cultural gems. Roughly half way between Porto and Coimbra, the rural district of Viseu nestles in the heart of the winemaking Dão-Lafões sub-region, a landscape formed by lush pine forests, crystalline rivers and some of the most reputable vineyards in the country. Across the western border of the district lays the Serra do Caramulo, a 1,075 metre-high (3,500 feet) range known for its fresh mountain water, sleepy schist villages and golden-coloured honey. On clear, sunny days one may climb Caramulinho, the highest peak on the range, to enjoy dramatic views of the distant Serra da Estrela (Mountains of the stars). You will find the district’s prime attractions in its capital – the city of Viseu. Head to the historical Adro da Sé square and enter the richly embellished cathedral that stands in its centre. Go ...

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Empire Square Garden, Lisbon - Portugal Photos: Celso Gonçalves Roc2c

Rio Maior, Portugal Photos: Celso Gonçalves Roc2c

Rua da Saudade, Nazaré - Portugal Photos: Celso Gonçalves Roc2c

Praça do Império, Lisbon - Portugal Photos: Celso Gonçalves Roc2c

Miradouro S.Pedro Alcântara, Bairro Alto, Lisbon - Portugal Photos: Celso Gonçalves Roc2c

Praça do Império, Lisbon - Portugal Photos: Celso Gonçalves Roc2c

Strategically built on the north bank of the Tagus River between 1514 and 1520 , for the defense bar in Lisbon , is one of the jewels of the architecture of King Manuel I. In the ensemble we can separate two distinct bodies of military architecture models : the donjon and the medieval fortress that modern , with two levels for artillery shell , allowing a greater range of fire , grazing and ricochet over the water . The Tower of Belem is a cultural reference , a symbol of the specificity of the country passing through the privileged dialogue with other cultures and civilizations . Guardian of our individuality and universality , he saw that status was confirmed when , in 1983 , was classified by UNESCO as "Cultural Heritage of all Humanity . " http://www.torrebelem.pt/ Photos: Celso Gonçalves Roc2c