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A statue of Henry the Navigator, inaugurated in 1960 on the 500th anniversary of his death, stands in the centre of the square. You can see the former slave market, an arcaded house rebuilt after the earthquake of 1755. There is an exhibition that charts the horrific history of the black slave trade and slavery. Indeed, after people were snatched from Africa in the 15C, the first slave market in Europe was set up here.
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Things to see and donearby
- The Green Guide135 m - Rua General Alberto Silveira, 8600 Lagos
- The Green Guide183 m - Rua General Alberto Silveira, 8600 Lagos
- The Green Guide332 m - R. da Porta da Vila, 8600 Lagos
More tourist attractions in Lagos
Where to sleepnearby
- From €50Infante Guesthouse69 m - Travessa do Mar 1, 8600-633 Lagos
- From €76Casa Cataplana Accommodations104 m - Rua 25 de Abril, nº91, 2º dto., 8600-315 Lagos
- From €45The Salty Lodge106 m - Rua Silva Lopes, 24, 8600-623 Lagos
More hotels in Lagos
Where to eatnearby
- Mar d'Estórias - RestauranteAround€25124 m - R. Silva Lopes 30, 8600-315 Lagos
- The SeasonalAround€17128 m - R. Soeiro da Costa n24, 8600-624 Lagos
- Navegador - Cervejaria MarisqueiraAround€24128 m - R. da Barroca 1-3, 8600-688 Lagos
More restaurants in Lagos
The Green Guide
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