Belém Tower

The Belém Tower is a 16th-century military construction, designed by Francisco de Arruda and Diogo de Boitaca. It played a crucial role during the Age of Discovery as a fortress and port.
Throughout its history, it has served as a prison, a lighthouse, and a tax collection center.
Together with the Jerónimos Monastery, it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1983
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The Torre de Belém, in Lisbon, is a 16th century fortification that served as the starting and ending point of Portuguese explorers and the city's ceremonial gateway. Built during the Portuguese Renaissance, it is an example of the Manueline style, incorporating other architectural styles. Made of limestone, it consists of a bastion and a four-story tower 30 meters high. Since 1983, it has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site, along with the Jerónimos Monastery, and symbolizes Europe's Age of Discoveries.

The Monument to the Discoveries in Lisbon pays homage to Portuguese navigators. It represents the Age of Discovery, with statues of historical figures such as Henry the Navigator and Vasco da Gama. It is shaped like a caravel, symbolizing sea voyages.