Tomar, Portugal
Historic Sites & Landmarks in Tomar, Portugal
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Convento de Cristo
Tomar, Portugal
1160-c.1600
A World Heritage Site, this fortified monastery offers some fascinating Templar history and the astounding stone carvings characteristic of Manueline architecture.
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Church of St. John the Baptist
Tomar, Portugal
This attractive 15th-century church is worth a quick look for its fine Manueline architecture.
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Portuguese-Jewish Museum
Tomar, Portugal
15th century
The Museu Luso-Hebraico is housed in a 15th-century synagogue that is the oldest in Portugal. Displays include many medieval tombstones with Hebrew inscriptions.
