Tomar, Portugal is a historic town founded in 1162 by the Knights Templar over a Roman settlement. It is known for its well-preserved medieval architecture from the Templar and Manueline periods, including a castle and the Convent of the Knights of Christ. The town and its monuments were recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site for illustrating seven centuries of Portuguese history and the evolution of military and religious architecture. The convent contains a unique round church and octagonal ambulatory dating to the Knights Templar, as well as Gothic and Manueline additions.