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An unforgettable tour
Templars in Portugal, discover the importance of this religious order in the construction of Portugal.
The Templars and the Portuguese discoveries
visit the oldest synagogue in Europe.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
all departures are from Lisbon
Itinerary
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1
After leaving Lisbon we arrived in the city of Tomar -. Conquered from the Moors in 1147 by the first Portuguese King, D. Afonso Henriques, it was then donated to the Templars in 1159. Take a city bathed by the Nabão River. visit to the historic center, visit the synagogue and the Jewish quarter.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2
The Conveto de Cristo in Tomar, belonged to the Order of the Templars. Founded in 1162 by the Grand Master of the Templars, Dom Gualdim Pais. Visit Charola, a mythical place where the Templar knights gathered to pray. World Heritage Site, classified by UNESCO
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
3Castelo de Tomar
The construction of Castelo de Tomar started in 1160, at the hands of the Templars, as part of a line of defense against Muslim attacks. This objective was to be proved in 1190, with an attack by the forces of the emir of Morocco, in which Tomar not only resisted the siege but inflicted heavy casualties on them, passing one of the castle doors to be called the Blood Gate. With the extinction of the order in 1312, King D. Dinis handed Tomar over to the Order of Christ, of which Infante D. Henrique, who would have resided in this castle, would become governor. From 1495, during the reign of D. Manuel I, several works were carried out within the castle grounds, such as the expansion of the Convento de Cristo and Paços da Rainha, creating one of the most beautiful Portuguese architectural ensembles, in a harmonious meeting of several architectural styles. Classified as a National Monument and a World Heritage Site
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4
visit to the Jewish quarter and Abrao Zacuto Synagogue. Discover the history of the Sephardic Jews
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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