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Solar dos Zagallos
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Largo António Piano Júnior
2815-716, Almada
First floor palatial house with entrance patio, access staircase to the two noble halls (built to receive King D. João VI). In the beautiful garden, the avenue and the tiled benches stand out. It currently has a Traditional Arts Center that promotes various cultural initiatives, namely exhibitions, concerts, recitals and initiatives for the little ones.
Casa da Cerca
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Rua da Cerca
2800-050, Almada
Situated on top of a cliff, Casa da Cerca has a privileged view of the Tagus River. It is part of a set called "Quinta da Cerca", considered the most characteristic example of 18th century civil architecture in the city of Almada. This is where the Contemporary Art Center works, which regularly hosts individual, group and thematic exhibitions.
Fragata D. Fernando II e Glória
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Largo Alfredo Dinis
2800-252, Almada
Located at dock nº 2 of the former Parry & Son, in Cacilhas, the Frigate D. Fernando II e Glória is a 19th century vessel, the last ship of the "Carreira da Índia", and can be visited throughout the year. There, it is possible to learn about the history of the museum ship, which was restored in 1992, after a fire destroyed part of it, in 1963, and was open to the public at EXPO 98. Through an audio guide, it is possible to delve into naval history and travel back in time.
Museu Naval
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Olho de Boi
2800-205, Almada
The Naval Center holds a vast collection that illustrates the centuries-old connection of the riverside area to the river and the sea, with particular emphasis on traditional wooden shipbuilding. It has a Documentation Center, whose objective is to disseminate to the population and the educational community, in particular, information on thematic areas of its bibliographic collection, with emphasis on archaeology, art, conservation, naval construction, history, local history, museography, numismatics and heritage.
Convento dos Capuchos
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Rua Miradouro dos Capuchos
2825, Caparica
Convent built by D. Lourenço Pires de Távora in 1558. It has a façade surrounded by corners topped off in the acroteria by flames and an interior porch with three arches. The large window of the choir is topped by a niche with a clay sculpture. In the galilee, tile panels stand out. Located in the area of the Protected Landscape of Arriba Fóssil da Costa de Caparica, from there you can contemplate the landscape of the coast of Lisbon, Estoril and Cascais.
Santuário Nacional de Cristo Rei
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Avenida Cristo Rei
2800-058, Almada
With open arms 133 meters above the level of the Tagus River, the Sanctuary of Cristo Rei offers a privileged view over the municipalities of Lisbon and Almada. And, on sunny days, the gaze can even reach part of Sintra and Sesimbra. Opened in 1959, it was inspired by Christ the Redeemer, located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The monument was built on the promise made by the Bishops of Portugal to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, in the hope of keeping the country away from the Second World War.
Elevador Panorâmico da Boca do Vento
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Largo da Boca de Vento
2800-202, Almada
Elevator that ascends 50 meters high, making the connection between Almada and the riverside area. This equipment, with capacity for 50 people and which travels every 15 minutes, also has a fabulous view over Lisbon and the Tagus, and a terrace in the elevator arrival building.
Ponte Grande sobre o Rio Côa
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EN340
6350, Almeida
Granite bridge, built in the 17th century, by David Álvares, under which the waters of the River Coa go through. The name is due to the place where it flows, near Foz Coa, despite being formed in Foios, in Serra das Mesas and flowing into the Douro River. The bridge has 3 arches and connects the 2 banks of the river.
Portas Duplas de Santo António
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Rua Conselheiro Hitze Ribeiro, 30
6350-234, Almeida
17th century doors, designed by Jerónimo Velho de Azevedo, of monumental size. Laterally, they are protected by the so-called Casas de Guarda (Guard Houses).
Casa de Lord Wellington
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Largo da Igreja, 7
6355-060, Freineda
House that belonged to Lord Wellington, who installed his headquarters here in the period of the French Invasions, as we can see by the coat of arms where a plaque was placed suggesting his presence. The house consists of 2 distinct parts: the first is characterized by the porch and the columns that support it; the second, with a single floor, becomes symbolic due to the façade, on which the coat of arms, the plaque and the framed door are located.