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    Santarém
    Capital of Gothic Style
    Santarém

    Although the precise origin of Santarém is not known, its history is thought to be associated with a village which the Romans called Scallabis and which became an important trading post during the Roman occupation. Muralhas de Santarém e rio … Continued

    Batalha
    Monastery of Santa Maria da Vitória
    Leiria

      The Monastery of Batalha, also known as Monastery of Santa Maria da Vitória, is the most important example of Gothic architecture in Portugal. It was built on the orders of João I John to thank the Virgin Mary for … Continued