Monuments & memorials
Padrão dos Descobrimentos
Built in 1960 to celebrate the 500th anniversary of Prince Henry the Navigator's death, the Padrão dos Descobrimentos stands as a tribute to the Golden Age of Portuguese exploration. Visitors encounter massive sculptures of historical figures like Vasco da Gama and Ferdinand Magellan carved into the prow-shaped monument, which juts out over the Tagus River. Its rooftop offers panoramic views of Belém, perfect for history enthusiasts and those who appreciate maritime tales.
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