Description Grândola

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Grândola is a Portuguese village in the Setúbal District, region (NUTS II) of Alentejo and sub-region (NUTS III) of Alentejo Litoral, with about 6 800 inhabitants.

It is the seat of a municipality with an area of ??825.94 km² and 14 826 inhabitants (2011), subdivided into 4 parishes. The municipality is limited to the north by the municipality of Alcácer do Sal, to the east by Ferreira do Alentejo, to the south by Santiago do Cacém, to the west by the Atlantic Ocean and to the northwest, through the Sado Estuary, by Setúbal.

The region of Grândola combines the influence of the coast with those of the southern interior of the country. Agricultural activity remains very important for the region, with rice cultivation being the most significant.

Of the cultural heritage, archaeological remains from Roman times are the most important, namely the fish salting canning center in Tróia, dating from the beginning of the 19th century. I.

The greatest interest of this region is centered on the proximity of the beaches, which annually attract many visitors. Noteworthy are the Troia Peninsula and the several long sandy beaches, such as Pego, Comporta and Carvalhal.

In the history of Portugal, the name of Grândola was associated with the song "Grândola Vila Morena", written by José Afonso. During the Revolution of the 25th of April, it was broadcast by Rádio Renascença giving a signal to the troops to be able to advance over Lisbon. Sung in moments of enthusiasm or danger, it can be considered that it was a hymn of the Revolution, recalling the regained freedom of expression.