The Torre De Belem was built between 1515 and 1519 as a defence in the River Tejo for Lisbon.

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The Torre De Belem was built between 1515 and 1519 as a defence in the River Tejo. An earthquake in 1755 altered the course of the river bringing the torre close to the bank.

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Size: 5200px × 3454px
Location: Belem, Lison, Portugal
Photo credit: © Alan Moore / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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