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Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga  has a vast collection. It is such a huge place with many priceless works of famous artists. Regretfully, the outside of the museum needs better maintenance, none the less, the garden is full of life with flowers here and there. With a Lisboa Card, you have free admission. Before you go over there, it is smart to check out the highlights of its exhibition at the website . Today I will mention only two of the 15 important works, that is, Panels of St. Vincent and Temptations of St. Anthony. Panels of St. Vincent are on the top floor. Comfortable chairs are provided in front of them to appreciate as long as you want. Nuno Gonçalves painted six panels, the third of which features Henry the Navigator. Near these master pieces is the portrait of John I , the father of Henry the Navigator.  If you are interested in history,  you have seen his face as he founded Aviz dynasty.  Portrait of John I, the fou...