Castelo de Alcácer do Sal
A castle of Muslim construction whose occupation dates back to the 6th century BC. Definitely conquered by the Portuguese crown in 1217, it lost its military function in the 15th century. In the 16th century, the Carmelite Order of Aracoelli founded its convent there, remaining until 1834. Currently, it is possible to observe ruins of the castle, the Aracoelli convent, the 13th-century church of Santa Maria, remains of the town and various dwellings, and the Archaeological Crypt on the lower floor of the Pousada (inn).
Contacts
Rua do Castelo
7580-197,Alcácer do Sal
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Characteristics
Monuments near Castelo de Alcácer do Sal
Estação Arqueológica do Senhor dos Mártires
The station is buried beneath an olive grove. It is classified as a National Monument. Four types of graves were found at this station, all of them cremation g…
Igreja de Santa Maria do Castelo / Igreja Matriz de Alcácer do Sal
The foundation of this temple is attributed to the Order of Santiago and dates back to the end of the 12th century. It is a Romanesque-Gothic church with three…
Igreja do Senhor dos Martíres
This is one of the oldest Christian temples in the country and stands out for the mysterious shapes and insignia carved into its walls and the succession of ar…
