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Monuments in Benavente
Pelourinho de Benavente
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Praça do Município
2130, Benavente
It has a spiral shaft, with a decorative ring, topped by a capital that supports a pinnacle topped by an armillary sphere and an iron cross.
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira
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Praça da República, 1921
2135-251, Samora Correia
With a façade marked by two bell towers, this church's interior is lined with historic tiles (17th and 18th centuries) and "carpet" type, highlighting the work of the tabernacle in gilded carving.
Igreja da Misericórdia de Benavente
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Rua Luís Godinho
2130-049, Benavente
Church with harmonious facade and classic portal. Inside, the 18th-century tiles and high-quality sculptures stand out, some from the Jericho Convent.
Palácio do Infantado
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Praça da República
2135, Samora Correia
Located in the historic center of Samora Correia, it is one of the most striking buildings in the village. Also known as Palácio da Companhia das Lezírias, its interior was destroyed in a violent fire in 1976. Despite this, it remained a heritage reference and is currently a cultural space that includes a library, an auditorium and exhibition galleries.
Igreja da Misericórdia de Samora Correia
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Rua Almirante Cândido dos Reis, 14
2135, Samora Correia
The Church building does not retain its original appearance on the outside, as it underwent renovations in the 18th century. It has, however, preserved the tiles inside and the Chair of the Brothers of the Holy Spirit and the Altarpiece, which still exists in the chancel and which represents the Visitation of Our Lady to Saint Isabel.
Cruzeiro do Calvário
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Rua do Pinheiro
2130, Benavente
The cruise is at the center of a small terrace. Has a platform of five steps and a foundation inscription dated 1644 and another 1725 makeover.
Fonte do Concelho
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Rua da Fonte Concelho
2135, Samora Correia
Source situated in one of the oldest parts of the village, inlaid in walls and houses. Is a source of simple construction, which features a regular-sized stone arch. It boasts decorative elements.
Fonte de Santo António
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Largo de Santo André
2130, Benavente
This was the first public channeling the municipality of Benavente. Using the traditional quarter-water, people came here to obtain supplies.
Fonte dos Escudeiros
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Rua Quinta dos Gatos
2135, Samora Correia
The fonts located in the only street in the village which conserves the original toponymy. Has inscription of 1863, although recent studies prove that its existence is older.