Portugal, Tomar. The Convent of the Order of Christ (Convento de Cristo) was originally a 12th century Templar stronghold.

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Portugal, Tomar. The Convent of the Order of Christ (Convento de Cristo) was originally a 12th century Templar stronghold. The Portuguese Templars were later turned into the Knights of the Order of Christ, which supported Portugal's maritime discoveries of the 15th century.

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Location: Europe, Portugal
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