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Belém Tower, Lisbon
Scale: 1/160
Skill Level: medium
Size (LxWxH): 290x200x220 mm (11x7x8 inch)
The Torre de Belem at the entrance of the port of Lisbon is an impressive structure and now finally also available to build as a cardmodel. The beautiful model, to scale with the model railway in N gauge, brings much joy during construction and is also excellently suited for a small diorama.
| Product type | Papermodel |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Schreiber Bogen |
| Scale | 1/160 |
| Designer | P. Tabernacki |
| Difficulty | medium |
| Sheet size | 220 x 310 mm |
| Sheets | 11 |
| Length | 290 mm (11.42 inch) |
| Width | 200 mm (7.87 inch) |
| Height | 220 mm (8.66 inch) |
The Torre de Belém, located at the mouth of the Tagus River in Lisbon, Portugal, is a symbol of the Age of Discovery and Portugal's maritime prowess during the 16th century. Built between 1514 and 1520 during the reign of King Manuel I, the tower served as a fortress to guard Lisbon's harbor and was a key defensive structure during Portugal's golden age of exploration. Its intricate Manueline architectural style, characterized by maritime motifs and ornate decoration, reflects Portugal's maritime heritage. Over the centuries, the tower has witnessed significant historical events and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983, standing as a testament to Portugal's rich maritime history and cultural heritage.
