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Town and municipality in Portugal
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Convento de Cristo and Castelo de Tomar
built in 12th century. After the Order of the Knights Templar was dissolved in the 14th century, the Portuguese branch of the order was turned into the Knights of the Order of Christ, which supported Portugal's maritime discoveries of the 15th century. Entrance €6, free on Sundays and holidays till 14:00.
It was built in the second half of the 12th century by the provincial master of the Order of the Knights Templar in Portugal, Gualdim Pais.
It is the best preserved of the medieval synagogues of Portugal. It is located in the historic centre of the city of Tomar, and houses a small Jewish Museum.
It is a festival organized every 4 years during summer (beginning of July). The next one is in 2027. It's an old tradition and in every event, Tomar becomes completely crowded and visitors can enjoy original decoration of streets, music concerts, traditional gastronomy and of course the main part of festival of trays parade.
Serves typical Portuguese meals.
French and Continental cuisine.
Medieval-themed restaurant.
On the main street, it's the oldest bar in the city.
Breakfast included. No credit cards accepted.
Three-star.
Four-star.
By bus
There are two bus companies that connect Tomar: Rede Expressos and Rodoviária do Tejo.
By car
Tomar is just over 1 hour from Lisbon. Coming from north or south, the A1 is the most direct route. At km94, take the A23 exit, follow this road until you see the sign for Tomar on the IC3.
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