Santarém, Administrative district in central Portugal
The district extends across 6,747 square kilometers of land between Lisbon and Porto, containing 21 municipalities and 193 local parishes.
The region holds the oldest human remains in Portugal, including the Aroeira 3 skull dating back 400,000 years found in Almonda cave.
The district maintains agricultural traditions through events like the Ribatejo fair in May, showcasing regional products and farming practices.
The district connects to major Portuguese cities through the A1 motorway and railway network, serving as a central transportation hub.
The district contains substantial kaolin deposits that supply raw materials for Portugal's ceramics and porcelain manufacturing industries.
Location: Portugal
Capital city: Santarém
Shares border with: Leiria, Castelo Branco, Évora, Setúbal, Lisbon, Portalegre
GPS coordinates: 39.23333,-8.68333
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:06
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