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Povoado da Veiga
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Vilar de Perdizes
5470, Vilar de Perdizes
Possible Roman settlement, located on farmland to the South and East of State Highway 508, between the chapel of our Lady of health and the village of Vilar de Perdizes. Here, on the riverbank Assureira, are fragments of "tegullae", Roman and domestic pottery stones fond. In some places displays alignments also walls. Given the scope of this possible settlement, it is considered to have been an important habitat of the Roman era that, due to the absence of later materials, suggests being abandoned.
Palácio dos Grilos / Casa dos Professores / Colégio dos Grilos / Colégio de Santa Rita
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Rua Doutor Guilherme Moreira
3000-210, Coimbra
19th century building of plant in U, with three floors and facades topped off in double cornice. It was built in 1755 by Barefoot Hermits of St. Augustine, also known as friars crickets. After the extinction of the order, belonged to a State Organization, a Republic of students and several private educational institutions. In 1920, functioned as sporadic residence de Oliveira Salazar and Cardinal Cerejeira. Currently, works here the General Secretariat of the University and the Home of the University of Coimbra.
Parque de Campismo Parque Verde
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Avenida do Casal do Sapo, 61
2865-202, Fernão Ferro
The Green Park, located in Fontainhas, is a green space with beautiful lawns, ideal to enjoy your holidays or weekends away from the hustle of big cities. Enjoy to play with the kids, catch the afternoon sun or prepare meals outdoors, socialising with friends. Here you will have access to all services of the Park, from the swimming pool, gym, Auditorium, restaurants and market. Enjoy and visit the archaeological site of Coina or moinho da maré de Corroios.
Paisagem Protegida da Arriba Fóssil da Costa da Caparica
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Estrada Florestal - Praia da Rainha
2825-412, Costa da Caparica
Overlooking the so-called “Terras da Costa”, the approximately 13 km of this area of protected landscape, between Cova do Vapor (Costa da Caparica) and Lagoa de Albufeira, are a set of beautiful erosion forms, with high geological and paleontological interest. There, traces of living beings can be found, namely of plant origin. In areas adjacent to the cliff (pine forests of Medos and Aroeira) we can find some typical flora of the area.
Alameda Keil do Amaral
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Estrada do Alvito
1300-054, Lisboa
Alameda Keil do Amaral is one of the many attractions of the extensive Monsanto Forest Park. Access to Alameda is next to the access roundabout to Montes Claros. Alameda Keil do Amaral offers a track for running, walking or cycling. It also has an amphitheater overlooking the Tagus River and the 25 de Abril Bridge. It also has a maintenance circuit, Extreme Park and basketball area, picnic park, Dog Park, Kiosk and public toilet.
Palácio de Eugénio Silva / Câmara Municipal de Santarém
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Largo do Município
2000-027, Santarém
The Santarém City Council currently occupies this beautiful palace, a remarkable example of sunny 17th-century civil architecture. The property was acquired in 1954 from the heirs of the capitalist Eugénio de Carvalho e Silva, after whom it is named. A building with classical lines, it has an elegant and sober façade, with balcony windows and characteristic 18th-century moldings. Inside, highlights include the "Noble Hall" and the "Hall of Virtues of the Councilors" with 18th-century tile panels.
Judiaria de Castelo de Vide
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Rua da Judiaria
7320-190, Castelo de Vide
It is located in the medieval area of the village of Castelo de Vide, next to the castle, in the former Jewish quarter, as documented in the 14th and 15th centuries. The neighborhood was crossed by one of the castle's main communication routes, and its disintegration began during the reign of King Manuel I, following the decree imposing Catholic obedience on the Jews who, to avoid being forced to leave the village, gradually converted to New Christians. Hebrew symbols can be seen on some doorposts.
Monsanto
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Monsanto
6060, Idanha-a-Nova
A small village located on the slopes of Cabeço de Monsanto, at an altitude of 758 meters, known as "the most Portuguese village in Portugal." Wild nature and human construction combine in a harmonious combination, resembling, from a distance, a stone fortress. The houses are "invaded" by enormous granite boulders that serve as floors, walls, and ceilings. A settlement of military origins, it was here that, according to legend, Viriato withstood a seven-year siege. Monsanto Castle was recaptured from the Arabs.
Octant Hotels Douro
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EN222, km 41 - Vista Alegre
4550-631, Raiva
Situado na margem sul do Rio Douro, este hotel contemporâneo está em plena harmonia com a envolvente natural. Inspirado no Douro Vinhateiro, recria os socalcos que caracterizam e moldam as encostas da região há séculos. O espaço foi renovado, contando agora com duas piscinas exteriores infinitas, com vistas de cortar a respiração sobre o Rio Douro.
Museu de Santa Maria de Lamas
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Largo da Igreja, 90 - Parque de Santa Maria de Lamas
4535-412, Santa Maria de Lamas
Surrounded by beautiful gardens populated with statues and sculptures, the Santa Maria de Lamas Museum was founded in 1950 and renovated in 2005. It comprises sixteen rooms and a remarkable collection of permanent exhibitions. There you will find rooms dedicated to sacred art, the cork industry, furniture, ethnography, statuary, natural sciences, ceramics, and curiosities. The museum's educational service conducts educational activities aimed at different age groups, focusing on raising awareness of art and cultural heritage.