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Friday, July 15, 2022

Trip to Spain and Portugal - Tomar, Portugal (17) - Convento de Cristo Tomar

Convento de Cristo in Tomar is a medieval castle that was constructed in 1160 and served as the headquarters for the secretive knights templar. Today, it is preserved as a museum and has been listed as a World Heritage site since 1983. The castle is situated on top of a hill and boasts a variety of features, including cloisters, a church, living quarters, and gardens. The architecture is a unique mix of Gothic, Romanesque, Manueline, and Renaissance styles






































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