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Bergantim Real, Royal barge in Belém, Portugal.

The wooden Bergantim Real measures 29.32 meters in length and features 40 oars that were managed by 80 skilled oarsmen during naval operations.

Queen Maria I commissioned this ceremonial vessel in 1784 for the marriage celebration of Crown Prince João to Princess Carlota Joaquina Bourbon of Spain.

This Portuguese royal vessel represents the maritime traditions of the 18th century, with its construction at Arsenal da Marinha demonstrating naval craftsmanship.

The Navy Museum in Belém district displays this preserved royal barge alongside other maritime exhibits, including ship models and navigation instruments.

In 1957, this ceremonial vessel carried Queen Elizabeth II during her Portuguese visit, marking its final journey before becoming a museum exhibit.

Location: Belém

Height: 1.32 m

Length: 29.32 m

Made from material: wood

Website: https://ccm.marinha.pt/pt/museumarinha_web/colecoes_web/pecasemdestaque_web/Paginas/bergantimreal.aspx

GPS coordinates: 38.69718,-9.20934

Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:01

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