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Faro do Alentejo
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- heritage
Faro do Alentejo
7940, Faro do Alentejo
This village was founded in 1616 on the estate of S. Luís de Jacentes (now Assentes), belonging to D. Estêvão de Faro - Count of Faro and Commander of S. Salvador de Jones. It also belonged to D. Diniz de Faro, the second and last Count of Faro, and to D. Juliana de Faro, the Countess of Faro. It was a town, formerly called Farinho, a very fertile land, especially in cereals. In 1775, the town's grantee was D. José Luís de Vasconcelos e Sousa, 6th Count of Pombeiro and 1st Marquis of Belas. Its parish priest was from the …
Ponte Romana sobre a Ribeira de Odivelas
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7940, Vila Ruiva
A Roman bridge composed of 26 arches spaced by round eyebolts. Although the bridge dates back to Roman times, it is believed to have undergone reconstructions by the Visigoths and Arabs. The oldest ones trace its origins to the Moorish King Iscar, one of the Arab chieftains defeated by King Afonso Henriques at the Battle of Ourique. It is a Cuban landmark as it is the town's only National Monument.
Comércio Tradicional de Cuba
- shopping
Rua de Álvaro Castelões
7940, Cuba
Several establishments and shops selling not only regional products, but all kinds of needs for the locals and tourists, on a typical Alentejo street.
Praça da Avenida Doutor Alfredo de Sousa
- heritage
Avenida Doutor Alfredo de Sousa
5100-066, Lamego
Pleasant place with lots of trees, ideal for a walk.
Convento de Santo António de Ferreirim
- heritage
Avenida Mestres Pintores de Ferrerim
5100-482, Ferreirim
This space has undergone several renovations, but still retains traces of Gothic military architecture, such as the twin windows with pointed arches. This space was formerly the site from which the Sousas of Riba de Vizela's lands were defended, as evidenced by the tower at the back of the church.
Barragem de Varosa
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- country
Barragem de Varosa
5100, Balsemão
A dam located on the Varosa River, in the heart of the Douro Basin. The most common fish species are barbel, boga, scallo, and trout. The site often serves as the finishing point for canoeing events on the Varosa and Balsemão rivers.
Parque Biológico da Serra das Meadas
- leisure
Rua Padre Alfredo Pinto Teixeira
5100-150, Lamego
Located in the Serra das Meadas, about 7 km from the city center of Lamego, the Biological Park is an area of great biodiversity. Its goals are to raise awareness of environmental issues and preserve species such as the common buzzard, raven, eagle owl, fox, deer, fallow deer, donkey, horse, mallard, goose, heron, peacock, tawny owl, and barn owl, among others, which live in perfect harmony with the surrounding nature. It features an auditorium for training and environmental education sessions, as well as guided tours.
Quinta da Casa Amarela
- leisure
Cambres
5100-421, Cambres
Quinta da Casa Amarela is located on the left bank of the Douro River, between the cities of Régua and Lamego, in the heart of the oldest demarcated wine region in the world, the Douro, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has been in the same family since 1885 and produces Port and Douro Designation of Origin wines.
Santuário de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios
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Monte de Santo Estevão
5100-081, Lamego
Dating back to 1738, this is a Monte Santo of Italian influence, affiliated with the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus de Braga. It consists of a monumental staircase, offering a striking panoramic effect, with converging and diverging flights, adorned with decorative vases, statues, and symbolic fountains.
Teatro Ribeiro Conceição
- art
Largo de Camões
5100-211, Lamego
This 18th-century building once served as a hospital and an infantry regiment. It wasn't until 1929 that it opened as a theater, remaining in use until 1987. After renovations, it reopened in 2007. The circular concert hall is covered with a dome, and seating is divided into stalls, a box section, and two levels of boxes with ornate balconies. The building is classified as a Property of Public Interest.