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Igreja de Santa Clara
- heritage
Avenida Gago Coutinho e Sacadura Cabral
2000-129, Santarém
Built in the 13th century at the behest of King Afonso III, it is one of the largest and most emblematic monuments of mendicant Gothic architecture in Santarém. During the 17th century, it underwent several renovations that modified its form. Currently, the eight rows of tall Gothic columns adorned with frescoes and carved capitals stand out, with lighting provided by a rose window and several windows and slits. Inside, the Gothic tomb of the founding king's illegitimate daughter is a prominent feature.
Casa Museu Anselmo Braamcamp Freire
- heritage
Rua Braamcamp Freire
2000-094, Santarém
It is located on the first floor of the Municipal Library building, which originally housed the palace of the Barons of Almeirim, a characteristic Ribatejo mansion remodeled in the 19th century. This Museum Centre presents an important artistic and bibliographic collection, highlighting collections of painting, furniture, decorative art and sculpture, in addition to an interesting and unusual bookstore. Collections from the Camões Library and a collection of contemporary art can also be seen.
Museu Aberto de Campo Maior
- heritage
Largo do Barata, 9-C
7370-119, Campo Maior
The Open-Air Museum is the ideal place to learn about the history of the municipality of Campo Maior and its people, from prehistory to the present day, without forgetting its ongoing connection with Spain.
Castelo de Ouguela
- heritage
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7370-200, Ouguela
The castle was rebuilt by King Dinis in 1310 and underwent restoration work in the 18th century. Of the old fortification, situated atop a hill, only some sections of the wall and towers remain, in addition to the 17th-century fortifications, with escarpments, parapets, and ravelins, built during the Restoration War. The Church of Our Lady of Grace stands out, with its gable façade, framed straight lintel portal, and oculus. This castle is a characteristic example of the border fortresses of lowland regions, with a bastioned system determined by pyrotechnic artillery.
Piscinas Municipais de Campo Maior
- leisure
Avenida dos Bombeiros Voluntários
7370-035, Campo Maior
The Campo Maior swimming pool complex has one indoor and one outdoor pool.
Povoado Pré-histórico de Santa Vitória
- heritage
Campo Maior
7370, Campo Maior
Prehistoric archaeological site, where excavations uncovered megalithic monuments.
Lagar-Museu
- heritage
Palácio Visconde d'Olivã - Rua de Olivença
7370-108, Campo Maior
A museum space inaugurated in 2005 that promotes and preserves the history of olive growing. It shows the process of cultivating and harvesting olives, up to their transformation into olive oil.
Portas de Santa Maria
- heritage
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7370, Campo Maior
The Portas da Vila, also known as Portas de Santa Maria, are one of the most characteristic monuments of Campo Maior, and also one of the main entrances to the town.
Palácio Visconde Olivã e Jardins / Biblioteca Municipal de Campo Maior
- heritage
Rua de Olivença
7370-118, Campo Maior
A 17th-century palace with proto-Baroque and Baroque architecture. It has a Baroque garden with a fountain and pavilion decorated with vegetal and shell-shaped stucco elements.
Adega Mayor
- leisure
Herdade da Argamassas
7370-171, Campo Maior
The building, designed by renowned architect Siza Vieira, houses Rui Nabeiro's project for the production and sale of regional wines. Adega Mayor offers guided tours, booked in advance, to showcase the entire winemaking process, provide details about the building, and offer wine tastings. At the end, visitors can purchase quality products at the Mayor shop.