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Batalha Monastery
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Amylee
July 22, 2018
600-year-old Monastery, great half-day excursion
Olga
June 13, 2016
The monastery can be seen from the road, grandiose construction
Isabel
October 23, 2014
Considered World Heritage by UNESCO
Vitor
July 22, 2014
Monastery of Batalha is arguably one of the most beautiful works of Portuguese architecture.
Monica
August 8, 2022
The town of Batalha grew alongside the Mosteiro da Batalha, one of the absolute masterpieces of Gothic art, and one of the most impressive monuments in Portugal. This Monastery is UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983, and proof of the devotion and gratitude of D. João I for the victory in the Battle of Aljubarrota, which assured him the throne and guaranteed independence for Portugal, in 1385. From the several monastic dependencies, the Unfinished Chapels, the Royal Cloister and the Chapter’s House are a must-see, but the magnificent Church and the Founder’s Chapel are most definitely a highlight of the visit, proving the exceptional value of this iconic monument of outstanding beauty.
The town of Batalha grew alongside the Mosteiro da Batalha, one of the absolute masterpieces of Gothic art, and one of the most impressive monuments in Portugal. This Monastery is UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983, and proof of the devotion and gratitude of D. João I for the victory in the Batt…
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