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    • Day 8
    • Thursday, August 31, 2023 at 12:30 PM
    • ⛅ 82 °F
    • Altitude: Sea level
    • PortugalMonument to the Discoveries38°41’37” N  9°12’20” W
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    Monument to the Discoveries, Lisbon

    August 31, 2023 in Portugal ⋅ ⛅ 82 °F

    The Monument to the Discoveries in Lisbon, Portugal, is a prominent historical monument. It commemorates Portugal's Age of Exploration, featuring larger-than-life statues of key figures like Henry the Navigator.

    The Jerónimos Monastery, located in Lisbon, Portugal, is a magnificent monastery and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's a prime example of Manueline architecture, known for its intricate stone carvings. It is also the final resting place of Vasco da Gama, the legendary explorer who played a pivotal role in Portugal's Age of Discovery. The monastery holds historical significance, as it was a starting point for many Portuguese explorers.
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