Convent of Christ in Tomar | World Heritage Explorer

World Heritage Identification Number: 265

World Heritage since: 1983

Category: Cultural Heritage

Transboundary Heritage: No

Endangered Heritage: No

Country: 🇵🇹 Portugal

Continent: Europe

UNESCO World Region: Europe and North America

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The Convent of Christ in Tomar: A Symbol of Portugal's Dynamic History

The Convent of Christ in Tomar, officially known as the Convent of the Knights Templar of Tomar (later transferred to the Knights of the Order of Christ), stands as a testament to Portugal's rich history and cultural evolution. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983, this architectural marvel has been a significant part of Portugal's historical landscape for centuries.

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UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site

Originally designed as a monument symbolizing the Reconquest, the Convent of the Knights Templar of Tomar (transferred in 1344 to the Knights of the Order of Christ) came to symbolize just the opposite during the Manueline period – the opening up of Portugal to other civilizations.

Encyclopedia Record: Convent of Christ (Tomar)

The Convent of Christ of Tomar, also called Convent of Christ or Monastery of Christ, is a former Catholic convent in Tomar, Portugal.

Additional Site Details

Area: Not available

UNESCO Criteria: (i) — Masterpiece of human creative genius
(vi) — Directly associated with events or living traditions

Coordinates: 39.60472 , -8.4175

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Country Information: Portugal

Official Name: Portuguese Republic

Capital: Lisbon

Continent: Europe

Population (2024): 10,701,636

Population (2023): 10,578,174

Population (2022): 10,434,332

Land Area: 91,610 sq km

Currency: Euro (EUR)

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UNESCO World Heritage Centre: Convent of Christ in Tomar
Wikipedia: Convent of Christ (Tomar)

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