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The Pousada da Batalha is a modern low rise building with a white façade and wrought iron balconies, located opposite Batalha's 14th century monastery. The 21 air conditioned guestrooms feature light décor and ornate wood furnishings; all include minibars, hair dryers, direct dial phones and satellite television. At the Pousada's restaurant guests can enjoy local dishes such as Bass Fillets with Asparagus, Fried Pork with Mashed Vegetables, and Almond Pie, alongside international dishes. The restaurant has a relaxed ambience with modern décor and tiled floors. Guests can have fun in the family games room, or relax with a drink and complimentary newspaper in the lounge area, which features tiled floors and leather armchairs. For guests' convenience, the hotel has a 24 hour front desk and free parking is available for those arriving by car. As well as the monastery opposite, there are numerous other sightseeing options in the surrounding area. Fátima, 16 kilometers away, bears witness to pilgrimages on the 13th of each month. Pilgrims come from all over the world to join the torchlight processions, blessings and services, before heading to the Chapel of Apparitions. The neo classical Basilica and Museum de Cera (wax museum are also worth a look and help to tell the story of the Apparitions. Further afield are the castle at Ourém and the lighthouse at Nazaré, both 21 kilometers away Lisbon International Airport (LIS is 120 kilometers from the airport. Taxis are available at the airport.
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