About Fort of São Miguel Arcanjo

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The Fort of São Miguel Arcanjo (St. Michael the Archangel) is situated in Nazaré, Leiria District, Portugal. It was first constructed in 1577 but has undergone remodeling and expansion on several occasions since then. The fort is a popular tourist site, particularly because of its proximity to a surfing area famous for the height of its waves. It now functions as a lighthouse and a museum, which is devoted in part to surfing.

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Sítio da Nazaré, Nazaré, Centro, Portugal

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