Ferreira do Alentejo
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The human activity in the municipality dates back to antiquity, with evidence of prehistoric and Roman settlement. The village was later controlled by the Order of Saint James of the Sword, having its first charter passed on 5 March 1516 by King Manuel I.
The present Mayor is Aníbal Coelho Costa, elected by the Socialist Party. The municipal holiday is March 5.
Parishes
Administratively, the municipality is divided into 4 civil parishes (freguesias):[3]
References
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External links
- Town Hall official website Template:Webarchive
- Photos from Ferreira do Alentejo
- Some more Photos from Ferreira do Alentejo
- Ferreira do Alentejo Geocoin
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