Belém Tower
Torre de Belém
🇵🇹Portugal
Belém Tower is a 16th-century fortress on the Tagus River in Lisbon, built during Portugal’s Age of Discovery.
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Constructed between 1514 and 1520 under King Manuel I, Belém Tower served as a defensive bastion and ceremonial gateway to Lisbon. It’s recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its Manueline architectural style and historical role in maritime exploration.