Monument of the Discoveries
Type
Monument & Historical Site
Opening Hours
10AM – 07PM
Distance to the Port
15 to 30min – Drive
The monument to the Discoveries is one of Belém's most recogniseble landmarks, rising prominently along the Tagus River. Its striking design and deep connection to Portugal's maritime history make it and essential stop for anyone exploring Lisbon's waterfront.
The monument to the Discoveries rises 52 meters above the Belém waterfront, celebrating Portugal´s Age of Discoveries and commemorating 500 years since the death of Infante D. Henrique (Henry, the Navigator). Shaped like the prow of a caravel, it features a striking ensemble of scultures leb by Henry himself, follwed by other key figures who played a role in the contry’s maritime expansion. Visitors can take an elevator to the top of the monument, where an observation deck offers panoramic views over Belém and the Tagus River.
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