Things To Do in Alcobaca

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Mosteiro de Santa Maria (St. Mary Monastery)

In the Middle Ages, the Cistercian Mosteiro de Santa Maria (St. Mary Monastery) was one of the richest and most prestigious in Europe. Begun in 1178, it was founded to honor a vow made by Portugal's first king, Afonso Henríques, before he faced the Moors at Santarém. Alcobaça, at the…

Alcobaca Shopping

You'll find a dozen or so handicraft and ceramics shops lining the square in front of the monastery. One of the best outlets is Casa Artisate Egarafeira, Praça 25 de Abril 51-52 (tel. 26/259-01-20), which sells antiques, ceramics, and regional wine, among other offerings.

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