© 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 Number 28 Tram - Alfama - Lisbon Postbox on Alfama Street View form Bairro Alto - Lisbon Pavement - Avenida da Liberdade - Lisbon Elevador Santa Justa Estoril Train Station