Belém Tower - Wikipedia
Belém Tower (Portuguese: Torre de Belém, pronounced [ˈtoʁɨ ðɨ βɨˈlɐ̃j]; literally: Bethlehem Tower), officially the Tower of Saint Vincent (Portuguese: Torre de São Vicente) is a 16th …
BELEM TOWER - History - Art and Architecture - Torre Belém
The Belém Tower was the first Portuguese fortification with two floors of firing positions, marking a new evolution in military architecture. The corners of this platform, as well as the top of the …
Torre de Belém – Wikipédia, a enciclopédia livre
A Torre de Belém, antigamente Torre de São Vicente a Par de Belém, oficialmente Torre de São Vicente, [1] é uma fortificação localizada na freguesia de Belém, Município e Distrito de …
Belém Tower in Lisbon - How to get there, hours and tickets
The Belém Tower (Torre de Belém) was built between 1514 and 1520 in a Manuelino style by the Portuguese architect and sculptor Francisco de Arruda. It was classified as a World Heritage …
Torre de Belém | Visit Lisboa - Turismo de Lisboa
The Belém Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of Lisbon’s most striking monuments and the icon of a country historically moulded by its proximity to the ocean and its maritime …
Guide to Tower of Belém: Tips, History & Tickets
The Tower of Belém, built to defend the city, is not only one of the top 10 attractions of Lisbon, but also the most famous historical landmark in Portugal. Perched on the banks of the Tagus …
Torre de Belém, Lisbon; an independent guide to the Belem …
Discover Lisbon's iconic Torre de Belém in 2024. Explore this 16th-century Manueline masterpiece, its unique architectural details, and rich history. Learn insider tips for visiting …
Tower of Belém, Lisbon, Portugal — Google Arts & Culture
Built on the northern bank of the Tagus between 1514 and 1520 as part of the Tagus estuary defence system, the Tower of Belém is one of the architectural jewels of the reign of Manuel I.
Belém Tower - History and Facts | History Hit
Built between 1514-1520 during the reign of King Manuel (and the height of the Portuguese Renaissance) by Portuguese architect and sculptor Francisco de Arruda, Belém Tower is …
The Tower of Belém - Smarthistory
The Torre de Belém (Tower of Belém) remains one of the main symbols of Portugal’s global expansion during the so-called Age of Exploration