Links TemplarsTomar The Seal of the Knights — the two riders have been interpreted as a sign of poverty or the duality of monk/soldier. ... Tomar is a city in central Portugal, capital of the Médio Tejo (Tagus river) region. ...
Tomar is located 34km east of Fatima and is famous for its ConventodeCristo, an artistic tour de force, which weaves together the military, religious and royal aspects of Portugals history.
The ConventodeCristo is located in a delightful garden with spectacular views, about a 15 minute stroll uphill from the centre of town.
The 12th Century Castle attached to the Convento stands prominent, and is a prime location from which to view the active streets and historic buildings.
The Convent of the Order of Christ (Portuguese: ConventodeCristo), in Tomar, Portugal, was originally a Templar stronghold built in the 12th century.
From the outside, the rectangular nave is covered by abundant Manueline motifs, including gargoyles, gothic pinnacles, statues and "ropes" that remind the ones used in the ships during the Age of Discovery, as well as the Cross of the Order of Christ and the emblem of King Manuel I, the armillary sphere.
Claustro de D. João III (Cloister of John III): Started under King John III of Portugal, was finished during the reign of Philip I of Portugal (also King of Spain under the name of Philip II).
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