Cloisters of the Jeronimos Monastery, Belem, Portugal
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Cloisters of the Jeronimos Monastery, Belem, Portugal
Cloisters of the Jeronimos Monastery (Hieronymites Monastery), Belem District, Portugal. Date: circa 1910s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Belem Cloister Cloisters Complex Convento Hieronymites Monastery Monastic Portugal Portuguese Jeronimos Mosteiro
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1. Title: A Sanctuary of Silence and Serenity: The Cloisters of the Jeronimos Monastery, Belem, Portugal The Cloisters of the Jeronimos Monastery, located in the Belem district of Lisbon, Portugal, are a testament to the rich history and architectural grandeur of the Portuguese monastic tradition. This evocative image, captured in the 1910s, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to an era of quiet contemplation and devotion. The intricately designed cloisters, a key component of the Hieronymites Monastery complex, were built between 1502 and 1572, under the patronage of King Manuel I. The cloisters are a harmonious blend of Manueline and Renaissance architectural styles, with their ornate columns, intricate carvings, and delicate arches. The monks of the Jeronimos Monastery, also known as the Hieronymites, were an order of monks dedicated to Saint Jerome, the patron saint of learning and scholarship. The monastery was built to honor the safe return of Vasco da Gama from his historic voyage to India in 1498, and the cloisters were designed as a place of quiet reflection and study for the monks. The serene atmosphere of the cloisters is palpable in this photograph, with the sunlight filtering through the arches, casting dappled patterns on the stone floor. The cloisters are a sanctuary of silence and tranquility, a place where the monks could retreat from the world to pray, study, and contemplate the mysteries of the faith. The Cloisters of the Jeronimos Monastery are a reminder of Portugal's rich monastic heritage and the enduring power of architecture to transport us to another time and place. This image invites us to pause and reflect on the beauty and significance of this historic site, a true gem of Portuguese history and culture.
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