Alcántara

/ ælˈkæntɑːrə /

noun

1. a town in W Spain: a Roman bridge spans the River Tagus. Pop: 1739 (2003 est)

Example Sentences

Almost simultaneously the bridge over the Tagus at Alcantara, down in Portugal, was skilfully repaired.

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Alcantara is situated at the mouth of a narrow valley opening upon the Tagus.

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The bridge over the Tagus at Alcantara, which was constructed by Hadrian, is another very fine example.

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Greif disguised as a Norwegian ship perished in the encounter with Alcantara.

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The other two orders wear the cross fleury—Alcantara red, Calatrava green, with corresponding ribbons.

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