Largo de Sao Domoingos (Sao Domingos Square)-Photo Op
memorial, square, park, historical, Lisbon, Lisboa, Portugal, free, photoop
Very near Rossio Square, the central square of downtown Lisbon, lies Sao Domingos Square -- the location of one of the most important memorials in Lisbon.
Modern day Lisbon prides itself on being a city of tolerance. That was certainly not always the case. On this location in 1506, some 30 years before the inquisition was formally commenced, more than 2,000 Jews were burned alive. A memorial has now been erected to acknowledge that terrible time in Portuguese history and to make it clear that such intolerance is no longer part of Portugal’s makeup.
The memorial is moving and worth a visit. It is often overlooked by tourists because it is a bit off most main walking routes but it is worth the minor detour.
Category: Y Yodio Experiences
Located in largo de sao domingos, lisbon
Tracks:
- Yodio Track 1