Leiria

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
LEIRIA CASTLE
SHRINE OF NOSSA SENHORA DA ENCARNAÇÃO
SHRINE OF NOSSA SENHORA DA ENCARNAÇÃO
BATTLE OF ALJUBARROTA FOUNDATION
BATTLE OF ALJUBARROTA FOUNDATION
SANTANA MARKET
SANTANA MARKET
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