Santarem Collection

Portugal, Tomar. Tomar Castle, Knights of the Templar fortress, castle and convent. Convent of Knights of Christ. Romanesque architecture. Spiral staircase of the great cloister

Portuguese traditional blue tiles (1932). Santarem market, Portugal

Tagus river viewed from the Portas do Sol belvedere. Santarem, Portugal

DDE-90038310
Brazil, Amazonas, Rio Tapajos, Santarem. Mother with calf freshwater pink Amazon dolphin (WILD, Inia geoffrensis) aka Bufeo Colorado in Peru or Boto in Brazil. Endangered species. Date: 10/06/2009

DDE-90038309
Brazil, Amazonas, Rio Tapajos, Santarem. Freshwater pink Amazon dolphin (WILD, Inia geoffrensis) with fish aka Bufeo Colorado in Peru or Boto in Brazil. Endangered species. Date: 10/06/2009

DDE-90038308
Brazil, Amazonas, Rio Tapajos, Santarem. Freshwater pink Amazon dolphin (WILD, Inia geoffrensis) aka Bufeo Colorado in Peru or Boto in Brazil. Pink underside. Endangered species. Date: 10/06/2009

DDE-90038307
Brazil, Amazonas, Rio Tapajos, Santarem. Freshwater pink Amazon dolphin (WILD, Inia geoffrensis) aka Bufeo Colorado in Peru or Boto in Brazil. Endangered species. Date: 10/06/2009

DDE-90038306
Brazil, Amazonas, Rio Tapajos, Santarem. Freshwater pink Amazon dolphin (WILD, Inia geoffrensis) aka Bufeo Colorado in Peru or Boto in Brazil. Endangered species. Date: 10/06/2009

DDE-90038305
Brazil, Amazonas, Rio Tapajos, Santarem. Freshwater pink Amazon dolphin (WILD, Inia geoffrensis) aka Bufeo Colorado in Peru or Boto in Brazil. Endangered species. Date: 10/06/2009

DDE-90038304
Brazil, Amazonas, Rio Tapajos, Santarem. Freshwater pink Amazon dolphin (WILD, Inia geoffrensis) aka Bufeo Colorado in Peru or Boto in Brazil. Endangered species. Date: 10/06/2009

Santarem, on the Amazon (engraving)
965329 Santarem, on the Amazon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santarem, on the Amazon)

Lieutentant General of Santarem (engraving)
818736 Lieutentant General of Santarem (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lieutentant General of Santarem.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection; English

Santarem (engraving)
1625705 Santarem (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santarem. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 14 June 1851)

Santarem during 1846 civil war
The valley and heights of Santarem, on the River Tagus in Portugal, the refuse of Portuguese insurgents during the civil war of 1846. Date: 1846

Santarem, on the Tagus
View of the town of Santarem, Portugal, on the right bank of the Tagus. The town was evacuated and then occupied by Septembrists

Ships near Dom Luiz Bridge, Santarem, Portugal
Ships anchored near the Dom Luiz Bridge on the River Tagus at Santarem, Portugal. Date: circa 1940s

Washerwomen at Pernes, Santarem district, Portugal
Washerwomen at work by the River Alviela at Pernes, Santarem district, Portugal. Date: circa 1908

Chapel of St Gregory, Tomar, Santarem district, Portugal
Capela de Sao Gregorio (Chapel of St Gregory), Tomar, Santarem district, Portugal, dating back to the 16th century. It is dedicated to St Gregorio Nazianzeno (Nazianzo). Date: 1900s

Templar Church, Tomar, Santarem district, Portugal
Templar Church, Convent of the Order of Christ (dating back to the 12th century) in Tomar, Santarem district, Portugal. Date: 1900s

Captain Johnny Newcome and his servants with pack horses on the road to Santarem, Portugal
FLO4997491 Captain Johnny Newcome and his servants with pack horses on the road to Santarem, Portugal, to return to the Peninsula Campaign

The Insurrection in Portugal (engraving)
1617494 The Insurrection in Portugal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Insurrection in Portugal)

Dash d with his suite for Santarem that night, from " The Military Adventures of Johnny Newcome", 1815

Tractatus de assecurationibus - the first systematic Treatise upon Insurance, 1552. Found in the Collection of Fondazione Mansutti

Azulejo in the Convent of Christ, Convento de Cristo, in Tomar. It is part of the UNESCO world heritage Europe, Southern Europe, Portugal, April

The Manueline Window or Janela do Capitulo. Convent of Christ, Convento de Cristo, in Tomar. It is part of the UNESCO world heritage Europe, Southern Europe, Portugal, April

Lavatory in Sacristia Filipina or New Sacristy. Convent of Christ, Convento de Cristo, in Tomar. It is part of the UNESCO world heritage Europe, Southern Europe, Portugal, April

Portuguese discovery of Sao Tome and Principe
Portuguese Colonial History Series - Explorers Joao de Santarem and Pedro Escobar discover the Island Nation of Sao Tome and Principe and claim them for Portugal in 1470

Sunflower field at sunset

Dried piranha fish for sale in Santarem in Brazil, South America

Block of cork showing how corks for bottles are drilled straight from the processed bark

Pork and clams is a typical dish of the Alentejo

A young cork tree in a field of wild flowers. Trees can be commercially stripped of their bark every 8-9 years

Portugal, Tomar, Castelo de Bode Dam and River Zezere. Tiled roofs of village houses. Patio table with 2 chairs

lanscape, alone (negative emotion - loneliness), haze (water form - fog), branches, tejo, trees, Rui Almeida Photography, 637916608

Beautiful sunrise by the river
Rui Almeida Photography, 682872404

Picture No. 11676105
White Garden Snail gathering during summer to better withstand heat without dissecting (they can withstand temperatures reaching 40 C) Date:

SANTAREM, PORTUGAL, 1851 engraving

Portugal, Tomar. Tomar Castle, Knights of the Templar fortress, castle and convent
Portugal, Tomar.Tomar Castle, Knights of the Templar fortress, castle and convent.Convent of Knights of Christ. Romanesque architecture. Castle archway

Portugal, Tomar, Santarem District. The town constructed in the late 12th C. Festa dos Tabuleiros (Trays Festival), an ancient religious festival, held every four years

Picture No. 10889611
Tui Parakeet / Santarem Parakeet - single adult playing around on on a branch (Brotogeris sanctithomae) Date:

Picture No. 10889610
Tui Parakeet / Santarem Parakeet - single adult sitting on a branch (Brotogeris sanctithomae) Date:

Portugal - Tomar. Staircase at Convent of Christ. UNESCO World Heritage List, 1983
Portugal - Tomar. Convent of Christ. UNESCO World Heritage List, 1983. Spiral staircase

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Santarem, a captivating city in Portugal, is steeped in history and brimming with cultural treasures. Nestled near Tomar, the enchanting town boasts the majestic Tomar Castle, an emblem of medieval grandeur. This fortress once served as a stronghold for the legendary Knights Templar, evoking tales of chivalry and bravery. As you wander through Santarem's cobblestone streets, your eyes will be drawn to the mesmerizing Portuguese traditional blue tiles adorning its buildings since 1932. These intricate designs narrate stories of bygone eras and add a touch of elegance to this charming city. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere at Santarem market where locals proudly display their fresh produce and handcrafted goods. The scents of aromatic spices waft through the air while colorful fruits entice passersby. Indulge your senses as you explore this bustling hub of local culture. For breathtaking views that will leave you awestruck, head to Portas do Sol belvedere overlooking the Tagus river. As sunlight dances on its shimmering waters, you'll feel a sense of tranquility wash over you. Capture this moment forever as memories are made against nature's picturesque backdrop. Beyond Santarem lies Abrantes castle – another architectural gem waiting to be discovered. Its imposing presence stands tall amidst lush greenery and offers panoramic vistas that stretch far into the horizon. And though it may share its name with a Brazilian city on the Amazon River depicted in engravings from centuries past, Santarem Portugal holds its own unique allure that beckons travelers from around the world. In Santarem, history comes alive through ancient castles and convents while tradition thrives within every tile-clad facade. So come lose yourself in this hidden gem along Portugal's landscape.