Montijo, Municipality in Setúbal District, Portugal
Montijo is a municipality south of the Tagus River within the Lisbon metropolitan area, spreading across roughly 348 square kilometers. The town combines urban centers with rural zones and sits strategically across the estuary from the capital.
The settlement received official municipal status from King Manuel I in 1514 under its original name of Aldeia Galega. A major administrative change occurred in 1930 when the municipality adopted its current name.
Local festivals featuring bull releases remain central to community life and reflect the area's historical connection to livestock farming. Residents gather for these events as expressions of regional tradition and local pride.
The Vasco da Gama Bridge provides direct road access to Lisbon, while regular bus lines serve the area for local travel. River transport options also connect the municipality to the wider region and capital.
The Igreja do Espírito Santo contains 15th-century structural elements alongside elaborate tile work from the 18th century. This church blends architectural styles from different periods in an interesting way that reflects the area's layered past.
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