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The Tagus River (Rio Tejo)

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Contents

4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome back to the embrace of the Rio Tejo, or the Tagus River. As we enter the river mouth, you can feel the water calm as the Atlantic swells lose their power against the narrowing banks. …

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  2. 2The Estuarine Food Web

    The productivity of the Tagus estuary is staggering. The shallow, sun-drenched waters and the constant influx of organic matter from the river create a perfect environment for the growth of salt marshes and seagrass meadows. …

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  3. 3The River as a Historical Highway

    Beyond its biological importance, the Tagus has served as the grand stage for Portuguese history. For centuries, this river was the highway for the 'Carreia da Índia'—the fleet of spice ships that connected Lisbon to the East. …

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  4. 4Closing

    As our tour transitions from the wild Atlantic back to the heart of Lisbon, the Tagus serves as our final guide. The journey we have taken today has come full circle—from the city to the sea and back again. …

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What is The Tagus River (Rio Tejo)?

The Tagus River (Rio Tejo) is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates38.6920, -9.1760
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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