The monastery Alkobasa. Portugal
Alkobasa Monastery - the first Gothic structure of Portugal, is now a popular place for tourists. Its construction began in 1153 by order of King Afonso Henriques, who brought a gift of land Alkobasy St. Bernardo. It all started with the fact that the king made a vow postorit monastery, if Oderzhdav victory over the Moors.
Important historical value of Portugal
Alkobasa Monastery - a significant architectural and historical value for Portugal, so in 1989 UNESCO decided to include the object in the list of World Heritage sites. Even from a distance view of the monastery strike one. His greatness and power left indelible memories of foreigners who came to the tours of Portugal. Some of them admit that they feel like Lilliputians in the country of the giants.
The walls of the monastery was home to monks involved in translation of religious literature. It also organized a literary colony, which came to get the inspiration for famous Portuguese writers and poets. The monastery Alkobasa - it's also the last refuge for many of the Portuguese kings, among whom two star-crossed lovers Ines and Pedro. The love story "Romeo of Juliet Portuguese" admiration and horror, leaving no one indifferent. To them were built sarcophagus (XIV century), which are now of great value. More information about the history of love royals talk guides for tours of the monastery.
Contrary to resist elements of the monastery Alkobasa
1755 was marked by a devastating earthquake for Portugal. Much has been irretrievably lost. However, the monastery Alkobasa survived the ordeal. Minor damage was a vestry, but part of the office buildings. Unfortunately, fully preserve the historical appearance of the monastery was not possible. All the fault of the French troops (XIX century). At that time the dashing library was looted, the tomb suffered artistic value. Much of the manuscript papers was savagely burned.
Hard work has allowed conservators to restore the architecture of the monastery. Thanks to this program in many tours in Portugal, includes visits to the majestic monastery Alkobasa.
