Batalha is a small town in Portugal that is home to the beautiful Batalha monastery.
The monastery was built to honor the Virgin Mary and commemorate Portugal’s victory over the Castilian army at the Battle of Aljubarrota in 1385.
Today, the Batalha monastery is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Portugal, with over 1 million visitors each year. The ornate Gothic architecture and stunning stained glass windows are well worth a visit.