1. Castle of the Templars. (Castelo dos Templários)
The castle was built by the Knights Templar Gualdim Pais in mid-12th century in a strategic position on a high hill near the river NABA. The castle is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This castle is a good example of Templar architecture and is of great historical and cultural significance. The castle was part of the defense system, which created the Templars to secure the border of the Christian kingdoms against the Moors, and has remained a major stronghold for nearly two centuries complex consists of the outer wall and the citadel. Within the outer walls of the castle are the remains of dwellings of residents rounded towers on the exterior walls are another novelty introduced into the trap of Tomar. Rounded towers have proved resilient to attacks from the traditional square.
3. The Chapel of Our Lady of Conception (Capela de Nossa Senhora da Conceição)
Construction of the chapel began in 1535 and designed by renowned architect Joao de Castilha. Building was innovative in its time and reflects the influence of classical Italian architecture in Portugal. The chapel was rebuilt in the mid 19th century.
5. Mouchão Park (Parque do Mouchão)
This is a beautiful park located in the heart of the city center. During the summer months when large crowds and strong sun, Mouchão park is the perfect place for a relaxing stroll in the shade of trees.
2. Monastery in honor of Christ (Convento de Cristo)
Monastery in honor of Christ is very monastic fortress built over five centuries. The original fort was built by the provincial Master of the Order of the Temple, named Gualdim Pais. Fortress was selected for the headquarters of the Knights Templar in Portugal and has played an important role in their conquests. The castle was declared part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983 due to its importance. This monastery is one of the most prestigious monuments in Portugal. This magnificent building is known for its unique blend of architectural styles. Adding different objects over the centuries has led to a mixture of Manueline style, gothic touch, Moorish influences and a certain amount of Corinthian and Tuscan columns. The monastery was converted into barracks Napoleon's troops in 1810.
4. Lake Castelo de Bode (Lake Castelo de Bode)
Castelo de Bode reservoir is the largest reservoir of fresh water in Portugal. It was created after the opening of Castelo de Bode dam in 1951, which remains one of the tallest buildings in Portugal.
This city is populary known as the City of the Knights and is full of historical monuments from that period.
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