基督骑士团修道院（convento da ordem de cristo）

jeanmarco72

We enjoyed the visit, with a sunny sky, almost alone. The covent is amazing in size, place and beauty.

FernandoP100

Sitting on the top of a hill above Tomar, with a splendid view over the city on one side and the forest that stretches outwards across the hills on the other side, these buildings (castle and convent) exhale history and mystery. Some say it is here that the long lost treasure of the Templar's order is hidden.Gates, defensive walls, doorways, windows, corridors, staircases, courtyards, terraces, rooms, chapels,... boasting a profusion of both decorative and architectural styles that come together to form this impressive and massive building complex that we could consider to be a treasure in itself.

HugoHM

By far the greatest castle/convent/fortress ive ever seen in europe, the architecture is what you imagine whenever thinking about medivel castlesand its structure and history are so vast you gonna have to take your time exploring this huge place for a few hours. Its so huge you can get lost inside, the view from its walls is beautiful and the convent is most beautiful and well preserved castle ive ever seen in europe. When in Portugal this place is a must visit location.

casacristovao

The Convento is one of those sort of places you can visit again and again and still enjoy- and see something missed last time. It has a tranquility and dignity that feels so calming. Even with a school trip group there is space enough for them all to be absorbed in the majesty of the building without disturbing the tranquility. Even when taking the fifth/sixth/seventh visiting guests to see the magnificent views and masonry work there is still joy to be found there. And when there are summer choral works performed in the cloisters open to the starlit night sky the atmosphere is just magical.

DavidN80

I have wanted to visit this historic site for many, many years and in January I at long last did.It's a amazing place. The architecture is awe inspiring. It felt like we'd stepped back in time by hundreds of years.We loved the fact that you weren't hurried and rushed around by guides but were left to roam and explore this huge site at your own pace.It's a real must see!!Top tip... Free entry on the first Sunday of every moth to both the Convento de Cristo and the Castle of The Knights Templar.

AdamxG

Visited this and the Castello in january in pouring rain, so had the place to ourselves. We wondered the cloisters for six hours. I would go again, any time! One of the highlights of two months in wonderful Portugal.

sopasmouras

I have been meaning to visit this place for many years, sometimes when we anticipate something we are then dispointed, this was not the case! I loved it! It was beautiful, interesting, and at times breathtaking. We did a simple walk through(2 adults, 1 teen and 1 child), reading the information which is available and we really enjoyed everything. It was totally worth the visit and I actually think I may visit again because of the sheer beauty.

LuisLisbon_12

The order of Christ was the main support and coordinator of Portuguese maritime discoveries of 15th century, reflected on the architecture of the convent of Christ inside the castle, with a Roman Catholic Church where you find the precious charola (round church), one of the bests in Europe and the added nave with the emblematic Portuguese gothic chapterhouse window built under the Portuguese gothic style as the maritime stone decoration reveals. Inside the convent you find. Also unusual it is the quantities of cloisters.World Heritage of UNESCO since 1983.

NATHAN1909

We visited this convent , while travelling in central portugal, and words only could not describe and reflect the beauty and majesty of this place, you must visit this superb icon of the templers.

A_Flying_Scotsman

We walked round on a rainy day. Loved the peace and uncluttered nature of this place. Modern signage and explanatory boards have been used sparingly. The round Templar chapel is awesome.

998JoelM

Amazing Gardens that takes you back to the times of the Templars as you wander around and look for hidden treasures... In the hope to find the Holy Grail...

RPT-35

A must see, impressive, and a lot of cloisters. The signage around the buildings were informative. The place has a lot of character, a good place to get an appreciation of the history.We bought a three ticket deal with this convent, Alcobaça and Batalha, well worth visiting all three.

norbafreund

The amount of information visiting the Convent is overwhelming. Would I had some better historical background, I would probably profit much more from my visit. Any art student will salivate when seeing the articulation of different layers of art schools apparent in columns, walls, altars, construction design , ceilings, paintings. One can follow history throughout the way buildings are disposed. Jewels of Manuelin art , Corinthians chapiters, middle age façades live very close to Gothic ceilings, and religious paintings tells us more about its time of introductionOne can spend 3 hours without noticing the passing of time. Reading about it all beforehand is paramount for a good comprehension. I miscalculated the time to spend there, do not do the same mistake.

DRBinToronto

I'm so happy that I visited Tomar and the highlight of my visit (of my whole vacation really) was the Convento de Cristo. Approaching the entrance there's a view of the outside wall that gives you once of those "Whoa!" moments that are rare in travels. I include a photo here. I was blown away before I'd even set food on the grounds.I spent hours exploring the many different areas. The long corridors of the monks' cells, the many winding staircases and grand rooms, the magnificent cloisters. The place seems endless. One of the most impressive and breathtaking things I've seen in my many travels over the years.I saw so many great sights in Portugal. Castles, cathedrals, Roman ruins, ancient megaliths, small villages. Honestly, the Convento de Cristo was the highlight. An absolute must-see for visitors to Portugal.

islandreams

Interesting architecture on this historic building that was the Knights Templar headquarters in Portugal. Be sure to see the fascinating Manueline window and intricate detail on the building.