Construction began in 1501, taking a century to complete. Today, the grandeur and adornments of its façade and its two cloisters have led to it becoming a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This monastery is a limestone masterpiece and one of the most majestic examples of the Manueline architectural style. Inside it holds the tombs of the royal family, Vasco da Gama and other relevant figures from the time of its construction. History and architecture buffs will greatly enjoy discovering every hidden corner of this amazing, peculiar building.