© All Rights Reserved Built in Portugal's 'Golden Age' the Monastery in Belem is a fine example of Manueline architecture. The intricately carved limestone runs throughout the inside and outside of the monastery.It was partially funded by a five percent tax on spices.Related images Lisbon Street Azulejos near Principe Real - Lisbon Lisbon Oceanarium - Parque das Nacoes Washing Drying - Bairro Alto - Lisbon Royal Sarcophagus in Vincente da Fora - Lisbon Rossio Fountain - Lisbon