LEIRIA
In the centre of Portugal, where life is lighter.
The district of Leiria is the home of some of the most important Portuguese monuments, such as the Batalha Monastery or the Alcobaça Monastery. The river and the king are two important marks of the history of this region in the Centre of Portugal. It’s young, modern, culturally active and very pleasant to take a walk during the day or night.
At the table, roasted sardines, tasty stews or delicious seafood are served. Bodyboard and surf boards slide vividly through the waves. Lastly, we can’t forget the famous medieval “ginja” of Óbidos and the local wines.
CURIOSITIES
GENTILIC
Leiriense
REGION
Center
PROVINCE
Estremadura | Beira Litoral
AREA
3 505,78 km²
POPULATION
3 070 543 pop.
DENSITY
134 inh./km²
No. OF MUNICIPALITIES
16
No. OF PARISHES
110
ATTRACTIONS
LEIRIA CASTLE |
SHRINE OF NOSSA SENHORA DA ENCARNAÇÃO |
BATTLE OF ALJUBARROTA FOUNDATION |
SANTANA MARKET |