Reg.Nr. 99/PO/01

Tower of Belém, Lisbon

The Tower of Belém is one of the most important historic monuments of Portugal. Its exterior Conservation Project, coordinated by the Portuguese Ministry of Culture, World Monuments Fund and its Portuguese Association, was carried out in two phases. From November 1993 until ...
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Project details

Title:Tower of Belém, Lisbon
Entr. year: 1999
Result:Medal
Country: Portugal
Town: Lisbon
Category type: architectural heritage
Notes:The Monastery of the Hieronymites and the Tower of Belém in Lisbon have been listed by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites since 1983.
Building type/ Project type: Military/Defence/Fortified building/system
Former use:Defensive tower
Actual use:Historic venue, cultural attraction
Built: 15th-16th century
Architect / Proj.leader: Francisco de Arruda, Architect , John Stubbs, Architect; Jose Soares Pina, Engineer (New York - USA)
The Jury's citation: For the remarkable restoration of one of Portugal's most important historic monuments, included in the World Heritage List, based on thorough scientific research and executed with the latest restoration techniques, thus maintaining its original appearance.
GPS:38°41'49.3" N; 9°12'24.8" W
Web, Links:

www.torrebelem.pt/pt/index.php

Description:
The Tower of Belém is one of the most important historic monuments of Portugal. Its exterior Conservation Project, coordinated by the Portuguese Ministry of Culture, World Monuments Fund and its Portuguese Association, was carried out in two phases. From November 1993 until January 1994: a state of conservation survey, its documentation, analysis of deterioration problems, testing of cleaning methods and conservation materials. This phase was followed by the execution of the Conservation Project (February 1997-January 1998).