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Belem is the departing point where famous navigators such as Vasco da Gama in the 15th century sailed on discovery explorations out into the Atlantic. The popular attraction of Belem Tower or Torre de Belem has become the tourist board icon for Lisbon. Be sure to also check out the nearby World Heritage sIte that is Jeronimos Monastery (Mosteiro dos Jeronimos), home to the tombs of Vasco da Gama, King Manuel and many more great figures.