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Palácio da Justiça de Castelo Branco
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Alameda da Liberdade
6000-251, Castelo Branco
Opened in 1969, it presents the Estado Novo architecture.
Monte de São Paulo / Castelo dos Mouros
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Calçada de Alpajares
5180, Freixo de Espada à Cinta
Fortified settlement of proto-history area rounded, with a diameter of about 60 metres. Has traces of occupation in the Roman era and medieval, with emphasis on several pieces of coarse ceramics and bronze piece. There are still some pieces of its wall and two open graves in the rock.
Muralhas do Castelo e Porta de Marvão
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Marvão
7330, Marvão
Inside Serra de São Mamede Natural Park the mediaeval town stands out the Castle. The fortress is oriented towards Spain and includes urban agglomerate with around 150 houses dating on its majority, from the 14th to the 16th century escorting the long and narrow streets.
Povoado Calcolítico do Cerro do Castelo
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Santa Justa
8970, Santa Justa
The CHALCOLITHIC settlement where you can distinguish three types of structure: a "defensive" built by a wall, with a general ellipsoid and probably leaving him, three hollow towers, one of which is very well preserved; A "housing estate", including three huts and also functional areas divided into two units, the first related to weaving and the second with the kitchen.
Povoado Pré-histórico do Castelo
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Ariz
3620-080, Ariz
Town dating back to the 3rd millennium BC, which preserves remains of a stone wall.
Petróglifo no Alto do Cabeço do Castelo
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Cedrim
3680-226, Cedrim
This painting has three rectangles, a central point and some rays with Cross shape.
Ponte Velha de Castelo Branco
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Castelo Branco
5200-130, Mogadouro
Bridge situated near the chapel of St. John, with a horizontal Board settles on two equal round arches. In the Center, the floor is in granite slabs, while in the entries is on the sidewalk. Currently, has motor traffic.
Forte ou Castelo de Santiago da Barra
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Rua de Santiago da Barra
4900-357, Viana do Castelo
It is believed that this place has been inhabited since prehistoric times, as indicated by numerous findings. The first fortification would date from the reign of Dom Afonso III, although the most likely date is from the 15th century. During the reign of King João II and/or King Manuel I, the medieval castle and the Torre da Roqueta were rebuilt. In 1700 and 1799, during the reign of Philip II, it underwent further repairs and reconstructions. Attesting to these works, a rococo royal coat of arms stands out over one of the main doors.
Fonte do Monte da Senhora do Castelo
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Monte da Senhora do Castelo
3670, Monte da Senhora do Castelo
This source has two stone steps on hexagonal base, the Center has a figurehead of a tower with two water outlets.
Fortaleza de Abrantes / Castelo de Abrantes
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Rua Dom Francisco de Almeida
2200-242, Abrantes
Castle situated on the right bank of the Tagus River, consisting of medieval fortifications and bastions. This castle has undergone profound changes and reconstructions over the centuries, particularly in the 17th and 19TH centuries. In the 17th century, Dom Afonso V, fearing an invasion of Spain, ordered the rebuilding of ancient fortifications. This fortress was considered the key to the defence of Borders and played an important role during the French invasions. Keep the keep and some cloths of wall with round turrets. Highlights the vaulted spaces with terrazzo. The Church of Santa Maria survived the various changes, saving the …