The 12th century castle set on its hilltop overlooking Tomar. The castle was built by the leader of the Portuguese order of the Knights Templar, Dom Gualdim Pais, and served as the order's headquarters in Portugal Posted by Travel in Portugal on Sat, 21/12/2013 - 21:16 × Related images Ourem Castle Peniche Fortress Window Seat - Convent of the Order of Christ - Tomar Penela Elaborate Ceiling - Convento de Cristo - Tomar View from the Castle - Lisbon