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River Tagus Collection

The majestic River Tagus, also known as Rio Tejo, flows through the heart of Portugal, offering a picturesque backdrop to some of the country's most iconic landmarks

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: 25th April bridge over the Tagus river and the Christ

25th April bridge over the Tagus river and the Christ Statue in background, a gift from Brazil, this smaller replica represents the lasting friendship of the former colony), Lisbon, Portugal, Europe

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Tower of Belem

Tower of Belem, built 1515-1521, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Rio Tejo (River Tagus), Lisbon, Portugal, Europe

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Almourol Castle, set on a island on Rio Tejo, Ribatejo Province, Portugal

Almourol Castle, set on a island on Rio Tejo, Ribatejo Province, Portugal

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: The Puente de Alcantara (Alcantara bridge) over the Tagus river, a roman bridge that

The Puente de Alcantara (Alcantara bridge) over the Tagus river, a roman bridge that was the obligatory entry for all pilgrims in the Middle Ages. A Unesco World Heritage Site, Toledo

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Roman Bridge constructed by C. Julius Lacer, c.105 AD (photo)

Roman Bridge constructed by C. Julius Lacer, c.105 AD (photo)
XJL126056 Roman Bridge constructed by C. Julius Lacer, c.105 AD (photo); Alcantara, Caceres, Spain; (add.info.: architect named on the bridge;).

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Tagus, 1586. Creator: Philip Galle

Tagus, 1586. Creator: Philip Galle
Tagus, 1586. From Sea and River Gods, pl. 13

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: View of the Royal Palace in Lisbon, 1752. Creator: Anon

View of the Royal Palace in Lisbon, 1752. Creator: Anon
View of the Royal Palace in Lisbon, 1752. A View of the Palace of the king of Portugal at Lisbone'. In the foreground the river Tagus. In the background on the left the sea

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: View of the Royal Palace in Lisbon, 1752. Creator: Anon

View of the Royal Palace in Lisbon, 1752. Creator: Anon
View of the Royal Palace in Lisbon, 1752. A View of the Palace of the king of Portugal at Lisbone'. In the foreground the river Tagus. In the background on the left the sea

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: View on the Tagus, n.d. Creators: Samuel Owen, William Havell

View on the Tagus, n.d. Creators: Samuel Owen, William Havell
View on the Tagus, n.d. Possibly by William Havell or Samuel Owen

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Belem Tower (Torre de Belem), Lisbon, Portugal

Belem Tower (Torre de Belem), Lisbon, Portugal

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Toledo and the Tagus river at twilight, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Castilla la Mancha

Toledo and the Tagus river at twilight, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Castilla la Mancha, Spain

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Tagus river at low tide. Alcochete, Portugal

Tagus river at low tide. Alcochete, Portugal

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Sanderlings on a traditional boat of the Tagus river. Alcochete, Portugal

Sanderlings on a traditional boat of the Tagus river. Alcochete, Portugal

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Alfama District and Rio Tejo, Lisbon, Portugal

Alfama District and Rio Tejo, Lisbon, Portugal

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Castelo de Sao Jorge Ramparts, Lisbon, Portugal

Castelo de Sao Jorge Ramparts, Lisbon, Portugal

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Baixa District, Lisbon, Portugal

Baixa District, Lisbon, Portugal

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Monument to the Discoveries (Padrao dos Descobrimentos), Lisbon, Portugal

Monument to the Discoveries (Padrao dos Descobrimentos), Lisbon, Portugal

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Sao Vicente de Fora Church and Alfama District, Lisbon, Portugal

Sao Vicente de Fora Church and Alfama District, Lisbon, Portugal

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: A walking trail near the village of Constancia and the river Zezere, a tributary of

A walking trail near the village of Constancia and the river Zezere, a tributary of Tagus river. Ribatejo, Portugal

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Toledo and the Tagus river in the evening, a Unesco World Heritage Site

Toledo and the Tagus river in the evening, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Castilla la Mancha, Spain

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Spain, Castile La Mancha, Toledo, Overview of city, UNESCO World heritage site

Spain, Castile La Mancha, Toledo, Overview of city, UNESCO World heritage site

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: 25 de Abril Bridge crossing the Tagus River, Lisbon, Estremadura, Portugal

25 de Abril Bridge crossing the Tagus River, Lisbon, Estremadura, Portugal
The 25 de Abril Bridge crossing the Tagus River, connecting Lisbon and Almada; Lisbon, Estremadura, Portugal

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Travellers at the Bridge of Talavera, 1610 (oil on copper)

Travellers at the Bridge of Talavera, 1610 (oil on copper)
NUL386984 Travellers at the Bridge of Talavera, 1610 (oil on copper) by Brueghel, Jan the Elder (1568-1625); Louvre, Paris, France; Flemish, out of copyright

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Map of Lisbon, from Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun (1541-1622

Map of Lisbon, from Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun (1541-1622
STC121056 Map of Lisbon, from Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun (1541-1622) and Frans Hogenberg (1535-90), c.1572 (coloured engraving) by Hoefnagel

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: On the River Tagus, Toledo (colour litho)

On the River Tagus, Toledo (colour litho)
2794483 On the River Tagus, Toledo (colour litho) by Burleigh-Bruhl, Louis (1861-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the River Tagus, Toledo)

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: St. Martins Bridge, Toledo, 1904. Creator: Joseph Pennell

St. Martins Bridge, Toledo, 1904. Creator: Joseph Pennell
St. Martins Bridge, Toledo, 1904

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Lisbon, Portugal, 1895. Creator: W &s Ltd

Lisbon, Portugal, 1895. Creator: W &s Ltd
Lisbon, Portugal, 1895. The city and port with ships on the river Tagus, viewed from Sao Jorge Castle. From " Round the World in Pictures and Photographs

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Toledo, Spain, 1895. Creator: W &s Ltd

Toledo, Spain, 1895. Creator: W &s Ltd
Toledo, Spain, 1895. The Alcazar, viewed from the Western Approach, with the Roman Puente de Alcantara over the river Tagus in the foreground

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: 25th April Bridge over the River Tagus, Lisbon, Portugal

25th April Bridge over the River Tagus, Lisbon, Portugal. The Ponte 25 Abril is the largest suspension bridge in Europe, and is 2.3 kilometre long. It was completed in 1966

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Toledo, Spain, 1597-1599 (1956)

Toledo, Spain, 1597-1599 (1956). From the Metropolitan Museum, New York. A print from Places, a volume about the origin and early history of many things, common and less common

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: The port of Lisbon, Portugal, 19th century. Artist: Catenacci

The port of Lisbon, Portugal, 19th century. Artist: Catenacci
The port of Lisbon, Portugal, 19th century

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Lisbon, Portugal, 1879. Artist: Laplante

Lisbon, Portugal, 1879. Artist: Laplante
Lisbon, Portugal, 1879. View of the port on the Atlantic Ocean, with ships in the harbour

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: MBR06620031

MBR06620031
Vasco da Gama Bridge in Lisbon in early morning light

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Lisbon, Portugal, in the mid-1700 s. After a print by an unknown artist published by Robert Sayer

Lisbon, Portugal, in the mid-1700 s. After a print by an unknown artist published by Robert Sayer in 1752

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Castelo de Almourol on the Islet of Almoural in the River Tagus, Centro Region, Portugal

Castelo de Almourol on the Islet of Almoural in the River Tagus, Centro Region, Portugal
Warm sunlight reflecting on the historical Castlo de Almourol on the islet of Almourol in the River Tagus with a grey sky; Vila Nova da Barquinha, Praia do Ribatejo, Centro Region, Portugal

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Silhouette of 25 de Abril Bridge crossing the Tagus River at sunset, Lisbon, Estremadura, Portugal

Silhouette of 25 de Abril Bridge crossing the Tagus River at sunset, Lisbon, Estremadura, Portugal
Silhouette of the 25 de Abril Bridge crossing the Tagus River, connecting Lisbon and Almada at sunset; Lisbon, Estremadura, Portugal

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Ribeira das Naus esplanade, along the Tagus river. Lisbon, Portugal

Ribeira das Naus esplanade, along the Tagus river. Lisbon, Portugal

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Alfama District and Rio Tejo

Alfama District and Rio Tejo, Lisbon, Portugal

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Baixa district and Castelo de Sao Jorge

Baixa district and Castelo de Sao Jorge, Lisbon, Portugal

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Castillo de Monfrague, Monfrague National Park (Parque Natural de Monfrague), Caceres

Castillo de Monfrague, Monfrague National Park (Parque Natural de Monfrague), Caceres, Extremadura, Spain, Europe

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: View of Toledo, 1854 (oil on canvas)

View of Toledo, 1854 (oil on canvas)
XIR75731 View of Toledo, 1854 (oil on canvas) by Lucas y Padilla, Eugenio (1824-70); 70x100 cm; Musee Bonnat, Bayonne, France; Spanish, out of copyright

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Panorama of Lisbon, 1572 (engraving)

Panorama of Lisbon, 1572 (engraving)
XIR488818 Panorama of Lisbon, 1572 (engraving) by Portuguese School, (16th century); Private Collection; Giraudon; Portuguese, out of copyright

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Tower of Belem in the River Tagus, Pieter van den Berge, 1694 - 1737

Tower of Belem in the River Tagus, Pieter van den Berge, 1694 - 1737

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: The River Tagus with the Alcazar and cathedral towering above the rooftops of Toledo

The River Tagus with the Alcazar and cathedral towering above the rooftops of Toledo, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Castilla La Mancha, Spain, Europe

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Bridge over the River Tagus with the Alcazar of Toledo above, Toledo, UNESCO World Heritage Site

Bridge over the River Tagus with the Alcazar of Toledo above, Toledo, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Castilla la Mancha, Spain, Europe

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Portugal, Lisbon, view of the River Tagus and riverbank, with marina

Portugal, Lisbon, view of the River Tagus and riverbank, with marina, railway line and Ponte 25 de Abril (25th of April Bridge) in the background

Background imageRiver Tagus Collection: Portugal, Lisbon, Ponte 25 de Abril (25th of April Bridge), suspension bridge spanning Tagus River

Portugal, Lisbon, Ponte 25 de Abril (25th of April Bridge), suspension bridge spanning Tagus River




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The majestic River Tagus, also known as Rio Tejo, flows through the heart of Portugal, offering a picturesque backdrop to some of the country's most iconic landmarks. Standing tall on its banks is the magnificent Tower of Belem, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has witnessed centuries of history unfold. As you stroll along the river's edge, your eyes are drawn to the impressive 25th April Bridge spanning across the Tagus river. Its grandeur is only matched by the Christ statue overlooking this architectural marvel, creating a breathtaking sight that leaves you in awe. Further upstream lies another testament to ancient engineering prowess - the Puente de Alcantara. This Roman bridge gracefully connects both sides of the Tagus river and serves as a reminder of Portugal's rich heritage. Venturing deeper into Ribatejo Province, you'll discover Almourol Castle perched upon an island in Rio Tejo. The castle exudes an air of mystery and transports you back in time with its medieval charm. Toledo beckons from afar with its enchanting beauty at twilight. As one of Spain's UNESCO World Heritage Sites, this city stands proudly alongside the Tagus river and offers stunning vistas that leave visitors spellbound. Back in Lisbon's Alfama District, where old meets new seamlessly, Rio Tejo meanders through narrow streets and colorful buildings. The Castelo de Sao Jorge Ramparts provide panoramic views over this charming neighborhood while telling tales from centuries past. In Lisbon's Baixa District lies yet another tribute to Portugal's maritime history - Monument to the Discoveries (Padrao dos Descobrimentos). This striking monument pays homage to explorers who set sail from these very shores and embarked on voyages that changed our world forever. The River Tagus weaves together stories from different eras and cultures while serving as a lifeline for those who call it home.