Church of Sรฃo Vicente de Fora

Church of Sรฃo Vicente de Fora

The Mosteiro de Sรฃo Vicente de Fora, also known as the Monastery of Saint Vincent Outside the Walls, is a magnificent and historic monument located in Lisbon, Portugal. It is definitely worth a visit if you're interested in exploring the city's rich cultural and architectural heritage. First and foremost, the monastery is renowned for its … Continue reading Church of Sรฃo Vicente de Fora

Jeronimos Monastery, Lisbon, Portugal

Jerรณnimos Monastery

The Jerรณnimos Monastery (Mosteiro dos Jerรณnimos) and the adjoining Igreja de Santa Maria de Belรฉm are stunning masterpieces of Manueline architecture located in the Belรฉm district of Lisbon. Built to commemorate Vasco da Gamaโ€™s successful voyage to India and to honor the Virgin Mary, construction began in 1501 under King Manuel I and took nearly … Continue reading Jerรณnimos Monastery