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Right behind the fountain, to the north of Empire Square, we see the enormous Jerónimos [Hieronymites] Monastery, one of the country’s greatest architectural creations. The Hieronymites, a silent contemplative Order, began in 1374, and still have some monasteries and members today. For more information on this fascinating group, see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hieronymites .
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