Padrão dos Descobrimentos

The Padrão dos Descobrimentos (Monument of the Discoveries) in Lisbon is a large, symbolically designed monument celebrating Portugal's Age of Exploration during the 15th and 16th centuries. It commemorates the explorers, navigators, and pioneers who advanced maritime knowledge, opened new trade routes, and expanded European horizons. The monument features figures like Vasco da Gama and Henry the Navigator, highlighting Portugal’s role in global exploration. Located along the Lisbon riverfront, it serves as both a historical tribute and a reminder of Portugal’s maritime heritage and contributions to world exploration.