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Museu das Tropas Paraquedistas Portuguesas / Museu das Tropas Aerotransportadas
- heritage
EN3 - Polígono de Tancos
2260-209, Praia do Ribatejo
The museum, inaugurated in 1990, aims to preserve the past and showcase the history of the military personnel of this force. There is a room dedicated to honoring soldiers who died overseas.
Miradouro do Castelo de Almourol
- country
- leisure
Almourol
2260, Vila Nova da Barquinha
Located in the parish of Praia do Ribatejo, this viewpoint offers a magnificent panoramic view over the beautiful Almourol Castle, surrounded by the Tagus River.
Barquinha Parque
- country
- leisure
Largo 1º de Dezembro
2260, Vila Nova da Barquinha
A modern and very pleasant green space that has already won a Landscape Architecture award. A highlight is the water channel where you can observe some ducks.
Passeios Fluviais de Tancos
- country
Avenida Cais de Tancos
2260, Vila Nova da Barquinha
From Cais D'El Rei, in Tancos, you can begin your journey on the City Council's recreational boat to the beautiful Almourol Castle, located on a small island in the Tagus River.
Percurso Ribeirinho Constância - Castelo de Almourol
- country
Constância - Castelo de Almourol
2260, Vila Nova da Barquinha
A walking trail along the banks of the Tagus River, connecting the town of Constância and Almourol Castle, from where you can enjoy beautiful panoramic views of the Castle.
Teatro Bernardim Ribeiro
- art
Avenida 25 de Abril
7100-105, Estremoz
A building planned by Ernesto da Maia, classed as a Building of Municipal Interest since 1997. It has decorativ paintings and oil paintings. It is the main theatre in the parish. It was inaugurated in 1992 and remodelled in 2003, after a fire that went on the stage.
Passeios Fluviais de Almourol
- country
Almourol
2260, Vila Nova da Barquinha
You can visit the famous Almourol Castle, one of the best-known Portuguese monuments, by crossing on the City Council's recreational boat, which has a capacity of 50 people.
Castelo de Almourol
- heritage
Ilhota do Rio Tejo - Praia do Ribatejo
2260, Vila Nova da Barquinha
Located on a rocky Islet in the river Tagus, a Templar Castle warrant lift by Gualdim Pais, in the 12th century. Previously, it is believed to have existed a castro lusitano, improved by the Romans. The walls are flanked by ten towers that surround the keep and which gave the set an important defensive capabilities. Inside, there are several monumental doors that make communication between the different parts of the Castle. The access is made by river in a small boat crossing, lasting about five minutes.
Igreja Matriz da Atalaia
- heritage
Rua Patriarca Dom José
2260-039, Vila Nova da Barquinha
This Renaissance church was founded by Dom Pedro de Menezes in 1528. It has a unique facade, where the gable slopes symmetrically down to the pillars, opening into two arches. Of particular note are the carved stonework, the star-vaulted ceiling of the chancel, the early 17th-century tiles, the pulpit, and the wooden balcony.
Aliança Underground Museum
- heritage
Rua do Comércio, 444
3781-908, Sangalhos
At the Aliança Underground Museum, visitors can explore different artistic worlds, with a wide range of activities throughout the year. In this museum, sparkling wines, still wines, and brandies are perfectly integrated with seven art collections, including archaeology, ethnography, mineralogy, paleontology, tilework, and ceramics. It showcases the various grape varieties, allowing visitors to journey through the world of aromas and nectars produced in the region.