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Fortaleza de Sagres
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EN268
8560-360, Sagres
Dating back to the 16th century, this fortress has undergone several renovations over time. This fortification preserves a strong wall with ravelins and a tower and is traversed by a corridor that continues under the vault of the old tower. The reconstruction that took place in 1960 defaced the site by attempting to restore its false authenticity. In the early 20th century, the Compass Rose was discovered, drawn with stones embedded in the ground, which is believed to be contemporary with Dom Henrique. At the Sagres Fortress, in addition to enjoying the cultural heritage and stunning views over the Mareta …
Ermida de Nossa Senhora de Gadalupe
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Quinta de Guadalupe
8650, Budens
Romanesque-Gothic building dating from the 13th century. It features gargoyles on the side facades and an ogival portal on the front, surmounted by a rose window. The interior has a single nave, with the chancel covered by a coffered vault formed by three Gothic arches. The chapel's side columns have sculpted capitals with zoomorphic, anthropomorphic, and phytomorphic decorations.
Forte da Boca do Rio / Forte de Almádena
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Budens
8650, Budens
The fort is in ruins, with the main entrance and one of the bastion walls remaining. The main façade is preceded by a moat, with a portcullis opening in the center. Inside, remains of quadrangular, vaulted buildings topped by terraces are visible.
Fortaleza do Cabo de São Vicente
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EN268
8650-370, Sagres
Built in the 16th century, it underwent reconstruction in the 17th and 18th centuries. The main door displays the coat of arms of Dom João II. Inside, there is a former Convent of the Jerónimos Friars, founded in the 16th century, and a chapel built over the site where, according to tradition, Saint Vincent was buried.
Fortaleza do Beliche
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EN268
8650-355, Vila do Bispo
The original building was virtually destroyed by the corsair Francis Drake. Rebuilt in the 17th century, it was again damaged by the 1755 earthquake. This fortress consists of the ruins of several sections of 17th-century walls. Inside, there are some restored military structures that retain their original architectural design, as well as the Chapel of Santa Catarina, built by Infante D. Henrique.
Roteiro Megalítico de Vila do Bispo
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Vila do Bispo
8650, Vila do Bispo
A tour that explores sites that make up the megalithic core of Vila do Bispo. The megalithic phenomenon extends, roughly, between the Neolithic and Chalcolithic periods (5500–3500 BC).
Convento de Jesus
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Rua do Convento, 35
7090-256, Viana do Alentejo
Currently undergoing renovation, this church retains a geometric stucco coffered ceiling and retains its eighteenth-century shutters, cushioned and pleated in tin. It was the only convent of nuns of the Order of St. Jerome in Portugal.
Museu Rural de Alcáçovas
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Praça da República, 9
7090-049, Alcáçovas
Here you can take a journey through the history of rural life in the past: agriculture, pastoralism, sewing, etc.
Palácio Fragoso-Barahona
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Rua do Relógio, 11
7090-048, Viana do Alentejo
An 18th-century mansion. It was the seat of the former estate established by Martim Afonso de Melo, Bishop of Guarda.
Anta de Aguiar
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Aguiar
7090, Viana do Alentejo
Also known as Anta do Zambujeiro, it served as a place of worship for the dead during the Neolithic period. It preserves the corridor, burial chamber, and roof slab, although listed.