Window of the Chapter House at Convento de Cristo
The Convento de Cristo is a veritable feast for the architectural senses. While I...
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Cloister of King John III at the Convento de Cristo
As I was exploring the Convento de Cristo. It became clear to be that...
Inside the Round Church of Convento de Cristo
I was very impressed with the round church of Convento de Cristo. I was...
Round Church of Convento de Cristo
It seems that I have arrived at an important location here in the Convento...
Church at the Convento de Cristo
The Convento de Cristo was larger than I thought it would be. I know...
Azulejo
I have seen various designs during my trip to Portugal. I have been exposed...
Claustro da Lavagem
While the Convento de Cristo seemed to be an imposing structure, it was easy...
Exploring Convento de Cristo
Convento de Cristo is a UNESCO World Heritage site in the municipality of Tomar....
Convento de Cristo
The Convento de Cristo in Tomar is the last of the three major monasteries...
Going to Tomar
I probably expected a more mystical experience when I visited Fatima but I guess...
Tombs of Saints Francisco and Jacinta at the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
One of the predictions of the Our Lady of Fatima was that two of...
Inside the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
In what used to be a sleepy town of Fatima, the Blessed Virgin Mary...
Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
I had a filling seafood lunch at Apollo Caffe in Fatima. I think it...
Apollo Caffe in Fatima
I think I spent a good deal of time here in Fatima. The whole...
Springs of Fatima
Fatima is in an area which is very dry. In fact, at the time...