Memorial · Lisbon

Ribeira das Naus

For more than two centuries, the Ribeira Palace served as the principal royal residence in Lisbon. Commissioned by King Manuel I, the palace complex replaced an earlier site deemed unsuitable for royal life. Over its history, the structure evolved from its initial design, eventually adopting Mannerist and Baroque styles. The palace and a large part of Lisbon were devastated by a significant earthquake in 1755. Following this disaster, the King opted to reside elsewhere, and the palace was not reconstructed. The modern Praça do Comércio now occupies the former palace grounds, and the area is still commonly known as Terreiro do Paço, a lasting echo of its former royal status.

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