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Estátua de Marcelino Mesquita

  • heritage

Praça 15 de Dezembro
2070-050, Cartaxo

Cartaxo

It honors one of the greatest names in Cartago's culture. Despite having graduated in medicine, Marcelino Mesquita distinguished himself as a poet and playwright. Born in 1856, he was also a journalist, writer, and member of parliament. The statue is located in a central place in the city, Praça 15 de Dezembro, right in front of the City Hall. The Municipal Library is also named after him.

Monumento Comemorativo à Batalha de Ourique

  • heritage

Rua 29 de Janeiro
2070-628, Vila Chã de Ourique

Cartaxo

Located in the center of the parish of Vila Chã de Ourique, this monument commemorates the Battle of Ourique, fought between Afonso Henriques and the Muslims in 1139, a battle which some historians believe took place in this location. The monument, situated near the main church, was inaugurated in 1932 and is made of white marble. At the top is a statue known as "Saramaga," adorned with two handles. Below are sculpted figures of the combatants.

Igreja de São João Baptista / Igreja Matriz do Cartaxo

  • heritage

Largo de São João Baptista
2070-039, Cartaxo

Cartaxo

Its patron saint is Saint John the Baptist, and it was built in the 14th century, being rebuilt three centuries later. The tower was demolished by an earthquake in 1909, and inside, it has a single nave, while the wooden ceiling unfolds in three planes. The walls are covered with tiles depicting the life of the patron saint, while the main altar has a gilded altarpiece. It possesses valuable pieces such as a silver chandelier or an image of Our Lady of the Rosary.

Cruzeiro do Cartaxo

  • heritage

Largo de São João Baptista
2070-039, Cartaxo

Cartaxo

On one side of the main church, facing a small garden, stands this Manueline cross. The sculpture, made from a single stone, features delicate lacework and the image of the Crucified Lord of Sorrows. Elements such as a cross with vegetal motifs, a representation of the Pietà, and the faces of the Crucified Christ and the Virgin Mary can be discerned.

Parque Municipal Quinta das Pratas

  • country
  • leisure

Rua 25 de Abril
2070, Cartaxo

Cartaxo

This sports and cultural complex is the largest green space in the city and a favorite spot for the residents of Cartaxo, and not only them. Besides a large lawn and an area with large trees, including a "hidden" bandstand, it houses facilities such as municipal swimming pools, tennis courts, and four rings for other sports. It also has a children's playground and houses the Rural and Wine Museum and the Viticultural Promotion Center.

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  • food & drink

Quinta do Letrado - Sítio da Pata-Choca
2070-158, Cartaxo

Cartaxo

Espaço acolhedor, inserido numa quinta, a servir pratos tradicionais, mas com um toque de inovação.

Inatel do Cartaxo

  • leisure

Rua Aida Cunha e Silva
2070-062, Cartaxo

Cartaxo

Inatel space destined to the practice of several sports.

Campo de Ténis da Urbanização Quinta da Cabreira

  • leisure

Urbanização Quinta da Cabreira
2070-162, Cartaxo

Cartaxo

Palácio Belo

  • food & drink

Rua Serpa Pinto, 5-A - EN3
2070-116, Cartaxo

Cartaxo

If you want a meal unusual, this restaurant can be an alternative, since it serves typical dishes of Canton and Beijing.

O Batalhoz

  • food & drink

Rua Batalhoz, 3C
2070-069, Cartaxo

Cartaxo

In this restaurant you can taste nice: bacalhau à Batalhoz, black pig, veal mirandesa and fresh fish, all served with quality.

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