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A ceremonial gate, a gem of architectural perfection, a fortress, a prison and the first image of a rhino in Western Europe - this is Belem Tower in the Portuguese capital of Lisbon. The tower was built in the 16th century -the Height of the Portuguese Renaissance - on a basaltic island in the mouth of the Tagus river. The style is Late Gothic Manueline. Technically, the structure consists of a bastion and a 4-storey 30m tall tower. Look closer while there and you will see signs of the Order of Christs, zoomorphic motifs, images of beasts and twisted ropes that hint to Portuguese geographical discoveries. Also the architect was influenced by Moorish heritage. Photo by @albertoseabra 😍👍🙏🏻
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