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🌟 Discover Belém Tower, Lisbon: A Monumental Gateway to Portugal's Age of Discovery! 🇵🇹

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By: Cláudia Ragageles

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Stripping away color lets you see the shapes in the night, from the crenellated silhouette of #BelémTower to the sleek curves of #MAAT & the proud stance of the #MonumentoAosDescobrimentos . Shooting in black and white helped me focus on light, shadow and texture along the Tagus in #Lisbon. Which frame pulls you in? #NightPhotography #BlackAndWhite #Monochrome #ArchitecturalPhotography #CityLights #CanonR5MarkII #AMIR2000NLPhotography #PhotographyLovers #LongExposure #Portugal #UrbanExploration

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Lisbon’s Best Attractions | From Historic Monuments to Culinary Delights | Beyond Best Places

Join us on an unforgettable journey through Lisbon, Portugal’s capital of charm and culture! In this video, we dive into Lisbon’s top attractions, from the historic Belém Tower and the picturesque streets of Alfama to the stunning views of St. George's Castle. Explore the vibrant Mercado da Ribeira, the architectural marvel of Jerónimos Monastery, and the contemporary beauty of the Museum of Art, Architecture, and Technology.

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Lisbon’s Best Attractions | From Historic Monuments to Culinary Delights | Beyond Best Places

Join us on an unforgettable journey through Lisbon, Portugal’s capital of charm and culture! In this video, we dive into Lisbon’s top attractions, from the historic Belém Tower and the picturesque streets of Alfama to the stunning views of St. George's Castle. Explore the vibrant Mercado da Ribeira, the architectural marvel of Jerónimos Monastery, and the contemporary beauty of the Museum of Art, Architecture, and Technology.

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Lisbon’s Best Attractions | From Historic Monuments to Culinary Delights | Beyond Best Places

Join us on an unforgettable journey through Lisbon, Portugal’s capital of charm and culture! In this video, we dive into Lisbon’s top attractions, from the historic Belém Tower and the picturesque streets of Alfama to the stunning views of St. George's Castle. Explore the vibrant Mercado da Ribeira, the architectural marvel of Jerónimos Monastery, and the contemporary beauty of the Museum of Art, Architecture, and Technology. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a foodie, or simply love breathtaking landscapes, Lisbon has something for everyone

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O mito é o nada que é tudo.- Pessoa . . Belem Tower was built using limestone in the Manueline style (Portuguese style influenced by gothic and renaissance) as a monument to Portugal's Age of Discovery. Listed as an UNESCO’s World Heritage List . . #Portugal #Lisbon #travel #visitPortugal #BelémTower (at Belém, Lisboa, Portugal) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZotk6KLaXe/?utm_medium=tumblr

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15 Interesting Belém Tower Facts

Once upon a time, a king deemed it necessary to construct a fortification to protect his city from intruders. The result? One of the most magnificent towers in the world which has become one of the most famous landmarks in Lisbon. In this post, you'll discover the ultimate list of Belém Tower facts, let's take a closer look! Interesting Belém Tower facts 1. The King who commissioned the tower never saw it Belém Tower as built as part of a plan conceived by King João II (1455-1495), known as "John II." His plan was to defend the city of Lisbon, which had become one of the major cities in the world in the late 15th century, by constructing 3 major fortresses. The first two forts were the Fort of São Sebastião de Caparica, partially built by his father King John I, and the Fort of Cascais, which was built in 1488. Even though he expressed the need for a fortification near the mouth of the Tagus River to supplement the two existing forts, he never saw it constructed, nor did he see the plan of it. King John II / Wiki Commons 2. It's built on a small outcrop in the Tagus River Perhaps one of the most fascinating Belém Tower facts is that it was constructed on a small outcrop of the Tagus River, near the mouth of the river on its northern bank. This made it a perfect strategic location because it offers a perfect view of the ships arriving in the city. Read the full article