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Castle of the Knights Templar and the Convent of Christ, Tomar
Castelo dos Templarios, in the town of Tomar, is an important 12th century Portuguese military construct. Inside it houses the Convent of Christ, including a most unusual church. The complex is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage site.
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Re: Castle of the Knights Templar and the Convent of Christ, Tomar
Looks like a fabulous place to visit - and no crowds!
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Re: Castle of the Knights Templar and the Convent of Christ, Tomar
It is a great destination! We visited in April, when the crowds were pretty thin. The size of the complex allows visitors to disperse. The only place I felt crowded (and that wasn't too bad) was in the Charola, which is understandable.