Portugal

The Torre de Belém at the mouth of the Tejo was completed in 1521. It symbolises the heyday of the Portuguese maritime and trading empire. Situated as a lighthouse on a rock, it welcomed the arriving explorers and merchant ships. Originally there was a second tower on the opposite side. Enemy ships could thus be caught in the crossfire. However, this twin tower was destroyed by the great earthquake of 1755.

Information about taking this photo

  • Camera: Sony a57
  • Focal length: 55mm
  • Aperture: ƒ/9
  • Shutter speed: 1/500s
  • ISO: 100
  • Taken: 12 May, 2014

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