Portuguese Monuments

Travel by Canana on  Jul 28, 2009

Here are a few monuments from my country, if you decide to visit me someday, also don't forget to check these places:

 

Roman Temple of Evora (Templo de Diana)

 

The Roman Temple of Évora (also referred to as the Templo de Diana, after Diana, ancient Roman goddess of the moon, the hunt, and chastity) is an ancient edifice in the city of Évora, Portugal. The temple is part of the historical centre of the city, classified a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is one of the most famous landmarks of Évora and a symbol of Roman presence in Portuguese territory.

 

 

 

Cristo-Rei (english translation: Christ the King)

 

 

is a Catholic monument overlooking Lisbon, capital of Portugal. It was inspired by the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and inaugurated on May 17, 1959.  There is also one in East Timor.

 

 

Ponte 25 de Abril (25th of April Bridge)

 

 

is a suspension bridge connecting the city of Lisbon, capital of Portugal, to the municipality of Almada on the left bank of the Tagus river. It was inaugurated on August 6, 1966 and a train platform was added in 1999. It is often compared to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, USA. (The same company constructed both bridges.) With a total length of 2,277 m, it is the 20th largest suspension bridge in the world. The upper platform carries six car lanes, the lower platform two train tracks. 

 

Belem Tower (Torre de Belem)

 

 

is one of the most known monuments of Portugal. It was built in the early 16th century in the Portuguese late Gothic style, the "manueline", to commemorate the expedition of Vasco de Gama. This defensive, yet elegant construction has become one of the symbols of the city, a memorial to the Portuguese power during the Age of the Great Discoveries.

 

There are a few more, but I think you had an idea. Have a nice day.

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