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Padrao dos Descobrimentos

Praca da Boa Esperanca, Avenida de Brasilia, Lisbon 1400-038, Portugal
21/301-62-28
Ranked #21 of 173 attractions in Lisbon
4.0 of 5 stars 119 Reviews
Type: Monuments/ Statues
Owner description: Erected in the honor of Portugal's Prince Henry the Navigator in 1960, this is a dramatic work of art in stone that commemorates Portugal's many...... more » Owner description: Erected in the honor of Portugal's Prince Henry the Navigator in 1960, this is a dramatic work of art in stone that commemorates Portugal's many famous explorers and adventurers. « less
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Montreal, Canada
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

If you are in Belem neighborhood, don't miss this monument, really impressive. The view from the top is great and you can see the entire world map at the bottom. More

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Bratislava, Slovakia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

If you are in the Belem area, this is definitely a must , its huge and very charming. Built in 20th century , this servers as a honorable monument to many portuguese sailors , adventurers and other important figures in Portugal's history. Really impressive, for me it was the highlight of the day and it cheered me up after seeing... More

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Tienen, Belgium
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

The vieuw from the top is great and the map on the place before it, shows you how mighty this country once was. Portugal and Spain divided the world in two parts, each counrtry got a piece!? More

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Antwerp, Belgium
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

This monument was for us one of the highlights of Lisbon. Just impressive. You can visit the roof terrace from where you have a nice view of the worldmap just in front of the monument. More

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Rio de Janeiro
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

Going to Belem, you can miss. Stop at tower of belem (goingo by bus or train) and come back walking. Go to Berardo Colection (museu), Take a picture of this monument, spend a couple of hours at Jeronymous Monstery and finish your journey eat how many you can "pasteis de Belem" at the factory... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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5 reviews 5 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

Didn't really like it, Lisbon can be seen from the roof top, but Eur3 to get all that wind??? More

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Belo Horizonte, MG
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62 reviews 62 reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

Its a nice place with a beautiful view, but its not amazing - go to the belem tower will be a better option! More

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Alexandria, Virginia
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52 reviews 52 reviews
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49 helpful votes 49 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

I enjoyed going to the top of the Monument with beautiful views of the Tagus, Jeronimos and Belem Tower. It is a small lift and you will have to cue for a while but the views deserves it! (Go on a beautiful day, otherwise no point in getting to the top) More

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Madrid, Spain
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

Did you know you can go inside the monument? for a small fee you can get very nice views! and the outside is very pretty, next to the Tajo river! More

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Belgrade, Serbia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

You will see the Geronimo monastery, Belem tower and the port from the above and you will like it, I am sure!:) More

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