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Jerónimos Monastery

1501 CE

Manueline masterpiece in Lisbon, built to celebrate Vasco da Gama's voyage to…

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Building in Santa Maria de Belém, Lisbon District, Portugal

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Jerónimos Monastery

1501 CE – still standing

Manueline masterpiece in Lisbon, built to celebrate Vasco da Gama's voyage to India

Standing in 1501 CE

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