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Povoado/Estação Arqueológica de Mesas de Castelinho
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Santa Clara-a-Nova
7700-240, Santa Clara-a-Nova
Ruins of a small fortified settlement located on a high point. The materials collected at this archaeological site seem to indicate the ancient existence of a military outpost rather than a fortified habitat.
Biblioteca Municipal de Almodôvar
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Travessa do Mártir de Santo
7700-021, Almodôvar
A place dedicated to reading, where exhibitions and other artistic manifestations are also displayed.
Torre do Relógio de Almodôvar
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Rua do Relógio
7700-065, Almodôvar
A 17th-century tower displaying Baroque and popular architectural features. It displays characteristics of Baroque, popular, and vernacular architecture.
Museu da Escrita do Sudoeste
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Rua do Relógio
7700-065, Almodôvar
It is located in the center of Almodôvar, in the building of the former Municipal Cinema Theater. It opened to the public in 2007, showcasing pieces discovered in the Almodôvar archaeological site. It is dedicated to the earliest form of writing in the Iberian Peninsula, which dates back to the Iron Age and has not yet been deciphered.
Museu Arqueológico e Etnográfico Manuel Vicente Guerreiro
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Rua Estrada Municipal, 29
7700-240, Santa Clara-a-Nova
Museum displaying objects related to the culture and traditions, professions, and rural and traditional activities of the parish of Santa Clara-a-Nova. Guided tours available.
Convento de Nossa Senhora da Conceição / Convento e Capela de São Francisco
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Rua do Convento, 25
7700-058, Almodôvar
Convent built in the 17th century on the site of a former chapel dedicated to Our Lady of the Conception. It comprises the convent building, the cloister, and a small temple with Mannerist and popular features. The interior features the high altar and gilded altars. It underwent restoration work in 1810 and 1980.
Palheiros de Veio
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São Barnabé
7700, São Barnabé
The Palheiros de Veio are primitive structures with a circular shape and covered with straw.
Museu Severo Portela
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Praça da República
7700-046, Almodôvar
This space is housed in a century-old building, which was restored in 1982 to house a museum and small library. Highlights include paintings, drawings, sculptures, books, diplomas, and decorations by master Severo Portela.
Igreja Matriz de Santo Ildefonso de Almodôvar
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Rua do Algarve
7700-054, Almodôvar
This temple features Mannerist, Baroque, and Neoclassical architecture. The side and collateral altarpieces, portal, and bell tower feature Baroque features, and the main altarpiece is Neoclassical.
Paredão da Barra
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Paredão da Barra
3830, Praia da Barra
Pedestrian path along the seawall with views over the Silver Coast and the entrance to the Ria de Aveiro Bar.