Citania de Briteiros

Citânia de Briteiros, a large compound of archaeological ruins of an important proto-historic settlement, which was first inhabited more than 2000 years ago, in the Iron Age.

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Activities

Guimarães travel guide

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Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Small-group Braga & Guimaraes Tour with Lunch and Entries Included

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Waterfall, Lagoon and Old Village in Peneda-Gerês National Park

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Sameiro Sanctuary

You can find out about the history of Espinho with a stop at Sameiro Sanctuary. Discover the area's mountain views and cathedral.

Bom Jesus do Monte

Travel to the hills above Braga to tour an important pilgrimage site for Catholics, an 18th-century baroque church surrounded by gardens, grottoes and sculptures.

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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".

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.

Praça da República

You can find out about the history of São José de São Lázaro e São João do Souto with a trip to Praça da República. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Minho University

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Minho University during your trip to Braga. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Parque da Ponte

Explore the great outdoors at Parque da Ponte, a lovely green space in São José de São Lázaro e São João do Souto.

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