- Santarem is a city located above the river Tagus in the Centro-Alentejo Region of western Portugal.
History
- It became a Roman city in 138 BCE and was named Scallabis Praesidium Julium in 61 BCE by Julius Caesar and was in the Province of Lusitania.
- Vestiges of a 1st century BCE Roman Temple, Theatre and Baths were found during excavations.
Jardim das Portas do Sol
- These gardens occupy the site of the Moorish citadel. There are magnificent views of the plains below, the road bridge over the river Tagus, winding into the distance and the railway line running far below under the cliff edge. The station is below in the plain with a one and a half mile (3km) walk uphill into the town.
- The medieval character of the town is preserved.
Museums
- Art and Archeology Museum
- Located in S. Joao de Alporao Church (the Church of St. John of Alporao).
Roman Roads
Jardim do Portas do Sol, Santarem