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Nazaré Beach

Nazaré Beach

The toponym "Nazaré" is intrinsically linked to the Legend of Nossa Senhora da Nazaré (Our Lady of Nazaré). Throughout the 20th century, Nazaré gradually evolved from a fishing village to a town dedicated to tourism, having been one of the first international tourist destinations in Portugal. The tourism industry is today one of the main employers in the town. It was in Nazaré that the world record for the largest wave ever surfed, with approximately 30 meters, was recorded, established by Garrett McNamara at Praia do Norte (North Beach) in November 2011. Due to the global projection of Nazaré's giant waves, the town has become the host of the largest international surfing championships and receives many athletes of this sport, as well as thousands of curious onlookers and tourists who come to appreciate their courageous demonstrations.

Grutas de Mira de Aire

Mira de Aire Caves

If you’re looking for the ultimate Grutas de Mira de Aire experience, you’ve come to the right place! If you’re looking for an unforgettable underground adventure, the Grutas de Mira de Aire in Portugal are a must-visit! As one of Portugal’s natural wonders, these caves offer a surreal journey through millennia-old rock formations. Get ready to be amazed by the stunning stalactites and stalagmites that seem to come straight out of a fairytale. For official visitor information, ticket prices and updates on events, be sure to check the Grutas de Mira de Aire official website.

Dinosaurs Footprints

Dinosaurs Footprints

Dinosaurs Footprints of Ourém/Torres Novas area is an important ichnofossil record of the Jurassic period. When the great super continent - Pangea - drift apart and gave birth to the actual continents , there were shallow marine areas and a tropical climate, warm and moist. The vegetation allowed the proliferation of herbivore dinosaurs, such as the sauropods that left footprints in the thin layer of limestone mud in shallow marine zones. Later, the mud have dried and was buried by limestone sediments and were transformed into rock. In the limestone slab of this natural monument the dinosaur footprints have been preserved through 175 millions of years and can now be seen 20 trails or tracks, one has 147 meters long and being one of the longest sauropod track known to date.

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Nazaré Culture

The use of seven skirts by its women is part of the Nazaré tradition. The explanation is not consensual but is closely linked to fishing activities.

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