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Guimaraes Castle
Guimaraes Castle is just one of the places to see in Oliveira do Castelo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.
Paco dos Duques de Braganca
Find out about the history of Oliveira do Castelo with a stop at Paco dos Duques de Braganca. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira
You can find out about the history of Oliveira do Castelo with a trip to Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
Citania de Briteiros
You can find out about the history of Briteiros São Salvador e Briteiros Santa Leocádia when you stop by Citania de Briteiros. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.
Estadio D. Alfonso Henriques
Catch an event at Estadio D. Alfonso Henriques during your trip to Oliveira, São Paio e São Sebastião. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.
Guimaraes Shopping Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Guimaraes Shopping Mall during your visit to Creixomil. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.
Penha
Explore the great outdoors at Penha, a lovely green space in Costa. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its wineries.
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Consolacao e Santos Passos
You can find out about the history of Oliveira, São Paio e São Sebastião with a trip to Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Consolacao e Santos Passos. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.
Guimarães Sports Pavilion
Catch an event at Guimarães Sports Pavilion during your trip to Creixomil. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.
Areas of Guimarães
![#Castelo #castle #Guimaraes #Portugal #History
O Castelo de Guimarães começou por um mosteiro mandado construir por Mumadona Dias no século X, antes, portanto, da formação de Portugal. Como os ataques dos mouros eram frequentes decidiram construir uma muralha para proteger a comunidade e os monges que viviam no seu interior. Foi esta fortaleza que deu origem ao Castelo de Guimarães. Mais tarde, no século XII, foi neste castelo que nasceu Dom Afonso Henriques que viria a ser o primeiro rei de Portugal. Com a falta de uso o castelo foi-se degradando. Recentemente foi recuperado e classificado como Monumento Nacional. É também considerado Patrimônio Mundial pela UNESCO. Um lugar cheio de história e que foi berço de Portugal. Não é à toa que em um pedaço da muralha original tem os dizeres “Aqui nasceu Portugal”.
The Castle of Guimarães began with a monastery built by Mumadona Dias in the 10th century, before, therefore, the formation of Portugal. As the attacks of the Moors were frequent they decided to build a wall to protect the community and the monks that lived inside. It was this fort that gave origin to the Castle of Guimarães. Later, in the twelfth century, it was in this castle that Dom Afonso Henriques was born. Some years after he would become the first king of Portugal. With the lack of use the castle was degrading. Recently it was recovered and classified as National Monument. It is also considered World Heritage by UNESCO. A place full of history and that was cradle of Portugal. It is no wonder that in a piece of the original wall has the words "Here was born Portugal".](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/40464648209220220b49d8c693307aaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Old Town Guimarães
Unique features of Old Town Guimarães include the historic sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Largo da Oliveira or Paco dos Duques de Braganca while you're exploring the area.
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Caldelas
Caldelas might not have many top sights, but Citania de Briteiros and Sameiro Sanctuary are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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