Attractions and Places To See around Vila Chã De Ourique - Top 20

Built during the Roman period, it is an important vestige of that people's presence in the municipality. The Roman presence in the parish of Muge is clearly evident in the area of Porto de Sabugueiro. The most striking vestiges of this historical period are found here. Porto de Sabugueiro, due to its proximity to the Tagus River, was an important river port during the Roman period. Excavations and published studies define this location as an important Roman village, with ceramic production, due to the existence of a ceramic kiln found here in the 1960s. Approximately 400 meters from this location is the Roman Bridge, which crosses the Muge stream. The construction techniques used, especially in the larger arch, undoubtedly indicate a Roman origin; however, the two smaller arches, due to their typology, are attributable to the Middle Ages. This bridge was one of the main crossing points connecting Muge to the interior of the country (Alentejo) and to the city of Santarém. It possesses undeniable historical value, forming part of the memory and heritage identity of the municipality of Salvaterra de Magos. (Source: www.salvaterrademagos.pt)

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The village of Valada is a small Portuguese town, located in the municipality of Cartaxo, district of Santarém, in the Ribatejo region. Here is some information: Characteristics 1. Population: Around 1,500 inhabitants. 2. Area: 11.2 km². 3. Population density: 134 inhabitants/km². 4. Altitude: 20-30 meters above sea level. History 1. Origins: Possibly founded by the Romans. 2. 12th century: Part of the municipality of Cartaxo. 3. 15th century: Agricultural and livestock development. Points of interest 1. Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora da Conceição (18th century). 2. Capela de São Sebastião. 3. Fonte do Castelo (historical monument). 4. Praia Fluvial de Valada (river Tagus). 5. Walking and cycling trails. Activities 1. Agriculture (cereals, fruit and vegetables). 2. Livestock farming (cattle, pigs and poultry). 3. River fishing. 4. Rural tourism. 5. Cultural and religious events. Accessibility 1. Located 10 km from Cartaxo. 2. Access via the EN365 national road. 3. Public transport: buses. 4. Nearest train station: Cartaxo.

The palace was built by the superintendent Diogo Inácio de Pina Manique (1733-1805), who held several positions during the time of the Marquis of Pombal. His connection to the town, which came to be called Manique do Intendente and was initially called Alcoentrinho, and which belonged to the Order of Christ, dates back to the time of his uncle, who established a manor in favor of his nephew in 1773. Thus began a very ambitious project, which envisaged the creation of a town with a rationalist architectural design and which included, in addition to the palace (whose construction remained unfinished), the Town Hall, the pillory, the Palace of Justice and the church. This plan did not go ahead due to Pina Manique's removal from the position of superintendent and his premature death.

The Rainha D. Amélia Bridge, also known as Ponte D. Amélia, is an old railway bridge inaugurated on January 14, 1904. It was later converted to road use, with alternating circulation in both directions. The bridge allows pedestrians or bicycles to cross it via two narrow side roads. Crossing it is always a strong emotion.

Valada is one of the eight parishes in the Municipality of Cartaxo, and is also one of the oldest. According to historians, the Romans were the first farmers in the Valada field, however it was during Arab rule that the first documents appeared making reference to their uber rich land. The ex-libris of the parish is the Tagus River, with its surrounding space of great beauty, its river beach, picnic area and camping site. A meeting place, par excellence, for outsiders who visit the parish. As a heritage, Valada is proud of its church dating back to 1211, during the reign of Dom Afonso II. Losing part of its beauty, after the restoration in 1962, its patron saint is Nossa Senhora da Espectação do Ó.

Roman bridge, renovated in medieval times, which crosses the Muge stream, with a pebble deck and guardrails opened through slits, resting on 3 unequal arches, with a perfect turn. From the construction apparatus used, especially the larger arch, it is undoubtedly Roman in origin, however the other two smaller arches, due to their typology, are attributable to the Middle Ages. This Bridge was once one of the main crossing points, which connected Muge, both to the interior of the country (Alentejo) and to the city of Santarém.