UNESCO
Convent of Christ in Tomar
Convent of Christ in Tomar
Architecture
Country:
PortugalRegion:
Portugal
Value:
World value
Visit duration:
1 h
Description:
Originally designed as a monument symbolizing the Reconquest, the Convent of the Knights Templar of Tomar (transferred in 1344 to the Knights of the Order of Christ) came to symbolize just the opposite during the Manueline period – the opening up of Portugal to other civilizations.
Categories:
Architecture
Architecture
Labels:
UNESCO
Why visit:
Excursion
Fitness level:
Best visit time:
January
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Access:
Car
Roads:
Gravel
Open:
Always
Info:
Clothing:
Seasonable
Connection:
Ok
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Updated:
ID:
49474