The Navy Museum Portugal (Museu de Marinha) is a maritime museum located in Lisbon, Portugal. The museum is dedicated to the history of Portugal's maritime heritage, from its origins in the 12th century to the present day.
The museum's collection includes a wide range of artifacts, including ship models, navigation instruments, paintings, sculptures, and other objects related to Portugal's naval history. One of the most important items in the collection is the 16th century globe of cartographer Pedro Reinel.
The museum is housed in the west wing of the Jerónimos Monastery, which was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983. The building itself is a stunning example of Manueline architecture, with intricate stone carvings and a striking façade.
Visitors to the museum can explore several exhibitions, including "The Age of Discoveries," which highlights Portugal's maritime explorations during the 15th and 16th centuries, and "Navy and the Republic," which covers the history of Portugal's navy from 1910 to the present day.
The Navy Museum Portugal also has a number of interactive displays and activities for visitors of all ages, including a virtual reality tour of a 16th century Portuguese ship and a submarine simulator. Additionally, the museum frequently hosts temporary exhibitions, lectures, and other events related to Portugal's maritime history.
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