Thematic Museum of the Discoveries / Sea Museum

Category: Civil Architecture > Museum

District: Faro > Vila do Bispo > Sagres > Ponta de Sagres

Sagres Fortress

, Built in the 15th century for defense against pirates.

, Strategic role in Portuguese navigation.

Church of Nossa Senhora da Graça

, 16th century, with Baroque sculpture of São Vicente.

, Impressive compass rose.

Museum of Portuguese Discoveries

, Interactive museum highlighting Portugal's discoveries.

National Devotion

, Inspired great explorers such as Fernão Magalhães, Vasco da Gama and Christopher Columbus.

History of the Sagres Promontory

, Crucial role in the Portuguese Age of Discoveries.

Natural Beauty

, Rugged coastline and breathtaking landscapes.

Neolithic Menhirs

, Archaeological remains in the region.

Cult of São Vicente

, Religious importance throughout history.

Legacy of Infante Dom Henrique

, Contributions to the development of the region.

Historical Remains

, Sawtooth wall, tower-cistern and other elements.

Sources: http://promontoriodesagres.pt/

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt