Follow us to the roots of the Templar Knights in Portugal, starting in Coimbra, where we will visit Santa Cruz Monastery, the first one to be ordered by the first Portuguese king D. Afonso Henriques, whom was close to the Templars and indicted into them, like all the Portuguese kings that followed him. As Coimbra being the birthplace of most of the Portuguese kings in medieval times, the Templars initiations and Coimbra are unfathomably connected.
Tomar
After this first dive into Portuguese history, we head towards Tomar to visit the Castle and Convent of Christ. Tomar is part of a grand offer of our first king to the Templar Knights, as a token of gratitude for their aid in the conquest of Moorish lands, and here not only they founded the city but built this intricate complex that served as a sanctuary for the Templars and also for the Order of Christ that followed them. Mixing several styles, from gothic to Manueline, and holding secrets and mysteries like the main altar of the church, the Charola, it’s an attraction that you cannot miss!
After a day filled with history, knowledge, and secular secrets, we return to Lisbon, bringing with us the essence of Tomar and Coimbra deep intertwined history.
The itinerary is designed for an unforgettable experience, but the choice is yours—immerse yourself in the grandeur of Coimbra and Tomar with this exclusive tour made for you.
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