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Monastery of Alcobaca
The first Gothic building and the largest Gothic religious structure in Portugal, Monastery of Alcobaca presents royal rooms, tombs, a blue-tiled kitchen, and colossally high interior spaces. Formed in the 12th century and developed until the 18th century, the monastery was home to generations of monks and is the final resting place to many kings and queens, including Afonso II and Urraca of Castile, Afonso III and Beatrice of Castile, and King Pedro I and his mistress. See the insides of the monastery--rising over 20 m (65 ft)--and visit the 18th-century kitchen, which reveals the Cistercian monks' astonishing mastery of hydraulic engineering. You can take a guided tour at the site. Plan to visit Monastery of Alcobaca and other customer-reviewed, writer-recommended Alcobaca attractions using our Alcobaca trip itinerary maker website.
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Monastery of Santa Maria de Alcobaça, from the 12th century, founded by King Alfonso I. The tombs of Dom Pedro and Inês de Castro, his mistress, are located here.
Monastery of Santa Maria de Alcobaça, from the 12th century, founded by King Alfonso I. The tombs of Dom Pedro and Inês de Castro, his mistress, are located here. more »
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Very special and beautifully preserved. The kitchen area alone made the visit worthwhile. Good written explanations in English give context.
Very special and beautifully preserved. The kitchen area alone made the visit worthwhile. Good written explanations in English give context. more »
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Most people prefer the monastery of Batalha, personally I prefer this one... Is golden, is sober and simple yet quiet elaborate... It's uniqueness is amazing!
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Really amazing place. The architecture is stunning and very well preserved. Cost us 3€ each (65+) and took around 1 hour to see the entire structure.
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