Alcácer do Sal, municipality and city in Portugal
Alcácer do Sal is a city in the Alentejo region south of Lisbon, situated in a wide river valley surrounded by rice fields, salt pans, and pine forests. The town spreads across gentle hills with narrow streets, whitewashed houses, and a castle overlooking the water.
The city was founded by the Romans and served as an important port for salt trade and fishing. It later played a strategic role during the Reconquista and was rebuilt several times.
The town is easily accessible by car or train from Lisbon and works well as a day trip or short stay. The best way to explore the city is on foot, wandering through the streets and visiting different viewpoints around the castle.
The surrounding area is known for its expansive salt pans and rice fields that have shaped economic life for centuries. Visitors can observe the quiet water landscapes and traditional salt harvesting methods still used today.
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