Cais das Colunas
Attraction
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Late 18th-century quay with 2 columns flanking marble steps & sunset views across the Tagus River.
Praça do Comércio, Lisboa, Portugal
Did You Know?
16th
Century of Construction
The Cais das Colunas was built in the 16th century, during the reign of King Manuel I of Portugal.
Columns
Architectural Feature
The Cais das Colunas is named after its distinctive row of 16 Roman-style columns, which once supported a warehouse.
River Tagus
Location
The Cais das Colunas is located on the banks of the River Tagus in Lisbon, Portugal.
Warehouse
Original Purpose
The Cais das Colunas was originally built as a warehouse for storing goods arriving by ship.
