A small town with a population of just 4000 people, Cercal do Alentejo is located near the coast, midway between Santiago do Cacém and Odemira. The town derives its name from the Latin word for oak due to the large number of oak trees in this area. A charming 17th Century parish church with attractive interiors and sculptures is one of the highlights of the town.
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