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Lisbon has always been a meeting place for many different people. Important Jewish communities settled in this region and contributed to the flourishing of its trade and culture.

Historically, the Lisbon Jewish communities were essential to city life. Jewish people were advisers to kings and queens, doctors, and even some of the explorers, geographers, and mathematicians who transformed Portugal into the wealthiest nation in the world in the 16th century.

On this fascinating day, we'll start with a general introduction to the Jewish presence in the city, followed by a nice walk in the city center, including passing by the site of the 1506 Jewish Massacre near the Church of São Domingos.

The tour proceeds to the Castle of Saint George (with the best panoramic view of the city) and from here we'll begin to walk down one of the most well preserved Jewish Quarters in Portugal, Alfama.

After lunch, we will continue with a visit to the only Synagogue of Lisbon (Shaare Tikvá), passing by the Commerce Square, where thousands of Jews were forced to be baptized in the 15th century.

Next, it's on to Belém to visit the Jerónimos Monastery, masterpiece of the Manueline style and a tribute to the king who welcomed and protected the Jews that fled from Spain only to expel them in 1496.

There will be time for one last stop at the Monument to the Discoveries, where you will have the opportunity to see the faces of Jewish men who actively participated in the Portuguese Golden Age of the Discoveries.