The Alcobaça Monastery is a Roman Catholic monastic complex located in the town of Alcobaça, in central Portugal, some 120km north of Lisbon. The monastery was established in 1153 by the first Portuguese king, Afonso Henriques, and would develop a close association with the Portuguese monarchy throughout its seven-century-long history.

Claudia

September 29, 2021

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We recommend. Architecture, church and cloister are worth seeing.

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February 17, 2021

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The Alcobaca Monastery is a Roman Catholic monastic complex located in the town of Alcobaça, in central Portugal, some 120km north of Lisbon. The monastery was established in 1153 by the first Portuguese king, Afonso Henriques, and would develop a close association with the Portuguese monarchy throughout its seven-century-long history. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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1. Alcobaça Town Hall – Alcobaça Castle loop from Alcobaça

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2. Cistercian Arch – Alcobaça Monastery loop from Alcobaça

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3. Alcobaça Monastery – Alcobaça Town Hall loop from Prazeres

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Location: Alcobaça, Leiria, Portugal

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1. Alcobaça Town Hall – Alcobaça Castle loop from Alcobaça

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