Torre das Cabaças ou Cabaceiro
It is, in fact, the Clock Tower of Santarém and was erected in the 15th century on top of a tower within the walled enclosure of the old medieval town. It is one of the city's best-known buildings, and its popular name, Torre das Cabaças (Tower of the Gourds), comes from the clay gourds used to amplify the sound of the imposing bronze bell dating from 1604. From its 26-meter height, it is possible to see the city's urban layout and the surrounding fields. Currently, it houses the Time Museum.
Contacts
Rua Engenheiro Zeferino Sarmento
2000-121,Santarém
- tel:962052568962052568
- email: [email protected]
- Easy external parking
- Towers
- Visitable (no guide)
- True
Characteristics
- wednesday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
- thursday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
- friday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
- saturday: 11:45-12:30, 17:45-18:30
- sunday: 11:45-12:30, 17:45-18:30
opening hours
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