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Capela de São Pedro de Castro

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Castanheira
2240-372, Ferreira do Zêzere

Ferreira do Zêzere

Stones from an old fortified settlement were likely used in the construction of this temple, and two Roman tombstones were included on the façade. Of particular note is the Gothic portal and a Romanesque capital.

Barco São Cristóvão

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Lago Azul
2240, Ferreira do Zêzere

Ferreira do Zêzere

This panoramic boat offers beautiful cruises along the Zêzere River. It can accommodate approximately 200 people and features a bar and restaurant.

Torre de Dornes

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Rua de Nossa Senhora do Pranto, 10
2240-611, Ferreira do Zêzere

Ferreira do Zêzere

A medieval tower whose construction is controversial: some attribute its construction to Sertorius in the 8th century, others believe it to be the work of the Moors, and still others claim Templar origins. It features a pentagonal plan, with a roof and a dome topped by a cylindrical body.

Igreja Matriz de Rio de Moinhos

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Largo Padre Manuel Martins
3560-102, Igreja

Sátão

This Romanesque-style parish church, which features a rich main altar platform, is in good condition.

Igreja do Convento do Santo Cristo da Fraga

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Madalena
3560-054, Madalena

Sátão

A work from the end of the 18th century, it was built on the site of the apparition of an image of the Crucified Christ.

Igreja de Santo André / Igreja Matriz de Ferreira de Aves

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Rua da Igreja
3560-044, Castelo

Sátão

This Romanesque church, modified in the 18th century, is in excellent condition. The side portal is Romanesque, with two archivolts, capitals, and abaci ornamented with phytomorphic and zoomorphic elements.

Capela de Nossa Senhora da Esperança

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Rua Fernando Pais Magalhães
3560-120, Sátão

Sátão

18th-century building with Mannerist and Baroque designs that harmoniously combines architecture and aesthetics.

Solar dos Albuquerques / Biblioteca Municipal de Sátão

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Rua Doutor Hilário Almeida Pereira
3560-154, Sátão

Sátão

The Solar dos Albuquerques dates back to the 18th century and features 19th-century gates by the Italian architect Bigaglia. It follows the general lines of the 14th- and 15th-century style, featuring a beautiful continuous front, adorned with six apron windows. It houses the Sátão Municipal Library.

Igreja do Antigo Convento de Nossa Senhora da Oliva

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Rua Nossa Senhora da Oliva
3560-192, Tojal

Sátão

The interior of this Mannerist-style church is its main attraction. With a single nave and a wooden ceiling, the highlight is the chancel, whose ceiling is adorned with polychrome coffered ceilings and the altar is covered in gilded woodwork.

Torre de Ferreira de Aves

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Avenida dos Marqueses de Ferreira
3560-049, Lamas

Sátão

It currently consists of a medieval tower with twin windows and later buildings. The tower is entered through a door decorated with hemispheres.

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