Land of bulls and wine, Santarém district, the most fertile area of Portugal is proud of its traditions and role in history, with Santarém challenging Fátima and Tomar by declaring to be the “capital of Baroque”.
It is the privileged area of Portugal in the creation of bulls, with the consequent bullfighting enthusiasm, present even in the smallest towns.
Well articulating the conservatism of traditions, especially in folklore, and economic modernism, it is a progressive area where tourism plays an important role.
Best places in Santarém district:
Tomar and Fátima are clear leaders, but Santarém is also an important tourist destination.