[Portugal] A monument to discoveries that commemorates the glory of the Age of Discovery ⛵✨

The Monument to the Discoveries (Padrão dos Descobrimentos) towering over the Belem district of Lisbon is a monument that celebrates the great achievements of Portugal's Age of Discovery. It was built in 1960 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the death of Prince Henry the Navigator, and its imposing 52m-tall figure has become one of the iconic sights of Lisbon. The monument is lined with statues of explorers and scientists, including Prince Henry the Navigator, who built Portugal's history, Vasco da Gama and Magellan, and looks like a ship heading into an unknown world. If you visit Lisbon, be sure to get up close and experience its power! What's more, if you climb to the top of the monument, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the Tagus River and the Belem district. 🌊🌆 At your feet, a marble mosaic with a world map and the routes Portugal took on sea voyages spreads out, allowing you to feel the history of the Age of Discovery. 🗺️✨ Nearby, there is a famous shop selling Pasteis de Nata, the birthplace of egg tarts, so it's a great place to take a sweet break between strolls. 🍮☕ If you want to feel the glorious history of Portugal, the Monument to the Discoveries is a must-see spot! #Portugal #tripOverseas travel