The most important aspects of Belem Tower as well as its illustrious and extensive history can be learned from local guides.
English, Spanish, German, and French are the four languages in which guided tours are offered. This enables guests to learn about Belem Tower in a language that they are most familiar with.
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Belem Tower
Located on the bank of the River Tagus, Belem Tower is a historic monument that represents Portugal's maritime power and reveals the amazing history of Portugal. It was originally built as a fort to protect Lisbon and the surrounding area. However, it has also served as a prison, a lighthouse and a customs house.Belem Tower is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.In 2007, Belem Tower was named one of Portugal's Seven Wonders.
Belem Tower has four levels, which are connected by a spiral staircase. The tower is 98 feet tall. The first floor houses the Governor's Hall. The second floor contains seventeen cannons. The third floor contains the Audience Hall. The fourth floor contains a chapel. The tower is built of lioz limestone.
The lioz limestone is a type of limestone that is local to Lisbon. The tower was built in a Manueline style, which is a type of Portuguese late Gothic architecture. The exterior features nautical motifs and a Gothic statue of the Virgin Mary with child. The tower is considered a monument for the Age of Discoveries, as it is one of the most important sites of that period. The site was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.
The Tower of Belem is located near Jeronimos Monastery. The tower was built in the early 16th century and served as a fort to protect the city. The tower was also used as a customs port and a telegraph station. The tower was also used as a prison until 1830.
The tower was originally named the Castle of Saint Vincent of Bethlehem. It was built after a battle with the Duke of Alba in 1580. In 1755, the course of the river shifted, and the tower no longer sits on an island. In 1953, the tower was integrated with the local shoreline. However, the tower is still considered a national treasure of Portugal.
The tower is considered to be an important site of Portugal's maritime power and is classified as one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal. It is one of the country's most popular attractions. It is located in a historic neighborhood of Lisbon. The tower is also easy to get to. The site is only ten minutes away from the city center. It is recommended that visitors arrive at least one hour before the tower's opening time to ensure they have time to explore the tower. It is possible to buy a combination ticket that includes the Jeronimos Monastery and the Fort of Bom Sucesso. The combination ticket costs EUR12, and is free to those with a Lisboa card.
The tower was built in five years under the direction of Francisco de Arruda, a Portuguese architect. He also was involved in the construction of forts in Morocco. The goal of the architect was to build an imposing structure that was able to protect the Lisbon city. He used rocks from the nearby Jeronimos Monastery for the construction of the tower.
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