Museu de História

A visita guiada à evolução das máquinas e ferramentas de imprensa é muito interessante e permite articular com vários temas da história e até mesmo contrapor com a atualidade.

Nestled in the charming Ribeira district of Porto stands a majestic tribute to a legendary figure of exploration – Infante Dom Henrique, better known as Prince Henry the Navigator. This towering monument, meticulously crafted by renowned sculptor Tomás Costa, immortalizes the life and achievements of this emblematic Portuguese prince from the House of Aviz. As you approach the monument, you're immediately drawn to the intricate relief images adorning its sides. Each delicately etched image vividly encapsulates milestone moments from Prince Henry's extraordinary life. Dominating the structure, the statue itself embodies the explorer's indomitable spirit. He stands tall on an imposing pedestal, gazing authoritatively towards the sea, his hand outstretched as though commanding unseen vessels to voyage into the unknown. Hailing from the 15th century, Prince Henry was more than a royal figure; he was a pioneering visionary whose relentless pursuit of maritime exploration laid the groundwork for Portugal's illustrious Age of Discovery. His far-reaching expeditions charted the Madeira and Azores islands, penetrated the unknown frontiers of Africa, and established precise trading routes through West Africa, pathways that later mariners would follow across the Atlantic Ocean. His contributions to exploration didn't stop there; he was instrumental in funding Christopher Columbus' epoch-making journey to America in 1492. The monument is a marvel of craftsmanship, fashioned from twelve monolithic blocks of Portuguese stone, assembled meticulously by Costa to create a colossal structure weighing an astonishing 85 tons. The statue majestically towers atop an eight-meter-tall granite pedestal, lending the figure of Prince Henry an air of undeniable grandeur. Ascending the statue, six steps draw your eyes toward two exquisitely carved mermaids at the prince's feet. These mythical beings, symbolic of the Oceanids from Greek mythology, embody the many mysteries of the waters Prince Henry dared to traverse. Along the monument's sides, you'll find four relief panels depicting significant episodes from Prince Henry's life, from his marital union to his martial exploits and his academic establishment of a nautical school and an astronomical observatory. Each panel serves as a testament to the indelible marks he left on the annals of maritime exploration. As you stand in the shadow of this impressive monument, you are not merely observing a statue; you are beholding a chronicle etched in stone. The memorial to Infante Dom Henrique is a testament to the unyielding spirit of exploration and the relentless pursuit of knowledge that continues to inspire us today.

Tranvía conservado y muy bonito, trayecto de 20 minutos, recomiendo el número 1, va por el paseo y regresa, cada 20 minutos sale uno.

Local interessante para miúdos e graúdos que se interessam por história.Tem espaço para melhoria, ao nível sensorial, que poderia ser mais explorado. Todo o tema pede mais estímulo olfactivo, muito fácil de explorar. O túnel pede vento, salpicos de água... Há muito por onde explorar e melhorar!Mas ainda assim, considero que vale a pena a visita, para quem for curioso e gastar" algum tempo a ler. Se for apenas pela "viagem" de barco e ver as imagens... É muito pouco pelo que vai pagar.Não dou 5 estrelas apenas pelo espaço para melhoria que existe! De resto

Exposição com óptimo guia. A visitar e, gratuito

Excellent museum with very great explanations and abundance of arts from 16 to 18 century on display.I advise purchase a combo ticket for 8€ which includes access to castle, the Palace, and this museum.The museum has a large collection. The staff was very nice as well as when I was not sure of the explanation they were patient enough to explain them to me.

Um pequeno museu mas com muita história e bem apresentada