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Lisbon Maritime Museum

The Lisbon Maritime Museum, located in Portugal’s capital, showcases the country’s rich naval history and maritime exploration. It features exhibits of historic ships, nautical instruments, navigation tools, maps, and models that highlight Portugal’s seafaring dominance, especially during the Age of Discoveries. The museum provides insights into maritime technologies, explorers like Vasco da Gama, and Portugal’s global maritime influence. Housed in a historic former monastery, it offers both cultural and educational experiences for visitors interested in Portugal’s seafaring legacy and the broader history of navigation and exploration.