© 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 Panoramic View of Lisbon View up the Elevador da Bica - Lisbon Lisbon Cafe Interior Belém National Palace Tomb in National Pantheon - Lisbon Arcade off Praca do Comercio - Lisbon