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Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Lagoa
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Largo Dom Nuno Álvares Pereira
7200-175, Reguengos de Monsaraz
The 16th-century Parish Church of the Town of Monsaraz replaced the previous Gothic church, which had been contaminated by the plague. The marble tomb arch by Gomes Martins Silvestre, depicting a funeral procession of 17 people, is one of the most important monuments. In the center of the pediment, a tile panel depicts the Virgin of the Conception. The façade features two quadrangular towers and a false portico with three blind arches.
Mufla
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Rua Doutor José Garcia da Costa, 10
7200-139, Reguengos de Monsaraz
Mufla is a space dedicated to the production of utilitarian and decorative red clay ceramics. Operating since 1995, this shop continues to use the potter's wheel and hand-painting to produce a wide variety of handcrafted pieces that quickly become the finest in Alentejo ceramics.
Observatório Oficial Dark Sky Alqueva
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Rua da Nossa Senhora da Conceição, 44
7200-071, Reguengos de Monsaraz
The Official Dark Sky Observatory is located in Cumeada, Reguengos de Monsaraz, in a former elementary school. The space was converted and adapted to house the Official Dark Sky Alqueva Observatory. It features a permanent exhibition of astrophotography by astrophotographer Miguel Claro and a mini-museum where you can touch a real meteorite, see the original autograph of the last astronaut to walk on the moon, and other interesting facts.
Praia Fluvial de Monsaraz
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EM1127 - Antigo Moinho do Gato
7200, Monsaraz
Located in the Monsaraz Nautical Center, it is located on the Alqueva Reservoir. It is the first beach on the Great Alqueva Lake and has been awarded the Blue Flag and the Accessible Beach classification.
Igreja Matriz de Reguengos de Monsaraz / Igreja Matriz de Santo António
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Praça da Liberdade
7200-370, Reguengos de Monsaraz
Construction began on October 27, 1887. The bell tower stands in the center of the façade, and inside, three naves and three chapels can be seen in the transept area. The transept protrudes, and the giant flying buttresses and the tower's positioning in the center of the façade make this church one of the finest examples of neo-Gothic architecture in Portugal.
Rocha dos Namorados
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Rua de São Pedro
7200-132, Reguengos de Monsaraz
This granite monument, shaped like a mushroom, stands over 2 meters tall. It has a peculiar morphology, resembling a mushroom, with the base narrower than the top, and the height greater. Its symbolism became an attraction, as it was customary for local girls to throw a stone at the menhir to find out if their marriage was imminent. Each lost stone represented a year of waiting. Today, it is still observed on the first Monday of Easter.
Monsaraz
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Monsaraz
7200, Reguengos de Monsaraz
Located atop a hill, the village of Monsaraz began as a prehistoric hill fort. The antiquity of human presence in the region is attested by the numerous megalithic monuments nearby, such as the Outeiro menhir, the Belhoa menhir, and the Xerez cromlech. Highlights include the Orada Convent (18th century), the Chapel of Santa Catarina, Largo de São Bartolomeu, the Church of São João Baptista, and, above all, the Castle, with its four gates, two streets, and a large square. In the latter, named Largo D. Nuno Álvares Pereira, be sure to admire the Parish Church, the old hospital, and the …
Porta do Buraco ou da Cisterna
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Travessa da Cisterna
7200-175, Reguengos de Monsaraz
It's one of four gates that provide access to the walled interior of Monsaraz Castle and reflects the military concerns of the time. Each gate is composed of granite, red clay mortar, and lime. This one, like the Alcoba Gate, is carved in a round arch.
Porta de Alcoba
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Travessa Dom Dinis
7200-175, Reguengos de Monsaraz
It is one of four gates that provide access to the walled interior of Monsaraz Castle. Each gate is composed of granite, red clay mortar, and lime. The scenic effect they create is admirable, as this one is carved in a round arch. It has been subject to successive renovations for its preservation.
CARMIM - Cooperativa Agrícola de Reguengos de Monsaraz
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Rua Professor Mota Pinto - Apartado 3
7200-412, Reguengos de Monsaraz
Founded in 1971 by a group of 60 winegrowers, CARMIM – the Agricultural Cooperative of Reguengos de Monsaraz – leads the national market in quality wines, having won awards in several national and international competitions. In addition to wine, CARMIM also produces brandy and olive oil.