Do you know Belem, the most emblematic and historical district of Lisbon? Are you ready to travel back in time to the XV Century and visit the first footprints of the Portuguese Empire? Lisbon is a city molded by continuous exchanges with different cultures and Belém is symbol of this great geographical discoveries era. During the run by the river we will admire the famous Belém Tower and the imposing Discoveries Monument ("Padrão dos Descobrimentos"). We will also visit the beautiful Church of Santa Maria into Monastery of Jerónimos (UNESCO world cultural heritage), one of the most important example of the Manuelin architectural style that mixes the Moorish features with exotics decorations. We will taste delicious custard tarts ("pastéis de Belém") and fall in love with Praça do Império's romantic gardens. We will also see where the President of Portugal is used to work and where local people have their traditional lunch. Leave your maps at home and prepare yourself to admire the launch place of the Discoveries!