Atouguia da Baleia

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The district of Leiria (red) on the map of Portugal. © University Museum of Bergen

Atouguia da Baleia • In 1526, a huge whale was stranded here that gave Atougia da Baleia its name.

Country

Portugal

County/ Region

Peniche

First use

Medieval

Associated with

Whales

Whaling