Manuel I of Portugal (r.1495-1521) in a statue placed in the ruins of the palace of Alcacova on the site of Lisbon castle. One of the most significant of Portugal’s monarchs, Manuel’s reign saw advances in exploration, the arts and literature. #manuel #kingmanuel #manueli #portugal

One of Portugal’s biggest tourist attractions. The Mosteiro dos Jeronimos in the Belem area of Lisbon. Manuel I (r.1495-1521) built the monastery, intending it to reference Portugal’s exploration success. #mosteirodosjeronimos #manueli #kingofportugal