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Centro de Educação Ambiental de Vale Gonçalinho
- country
Herdade do Vale Gonçalinho - Apartado 84
7780-909, Castro Verde
This educational centre aims to divulge the birds in the parish. Hence, it orhanizes several activities and environmental walks. Through reservations, one may watch birds, do bicycle rides or even watch the scientists at work.
Rua Dom Afonso Henriques
- heritage
Rua Dom Afonso Henriques
7780-183, Castro Verde
The Rua Dom Afonso Henriques is one of the most emblematic streets in the municipality of Castro Verde, extending from the Republic square off Victor Pleasures, passing through the Warrior off the camera. It is around this street, in Portuguese pavement, which are located some of the most important monuments and buildings of the County, from a political point of view-religious and administrative. These are worthy reference to Church of the Savior's Wounds (or Igreja de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios), the Igreja Matriz de Castro Verde (or Basilica), the standard Monument commemorating the battle of Ourique and the building of …
Moinho de Vento
- heritage
Largo da Feira
7780-131, Castro Verde
Tower Mill recovered in 2003, not knowing for certain the date of its erection. Disabled since the 30 years of the 20th century, served as dwelling to be recovered by the City Council. Of the original building only the tower and the "sleepers" that support the floors of the Interior floors.
Igreja Matriz de Castro Verde / Basílica Real de Castro Verde
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Praça do Município
7780-217, Castro Verde
This church has one nave, a main chapel and two bell towers. On the inside it displays glazed tiles panels from the 17th century regarding Ourique´s Battle. The original temple was constructed under the orders of D. Sebastião in 1573. Between the end of the 17th century and 1735 it was promoted the construction of D. João V church.
Igreja das Chagas do Salvador / Igreja de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios
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Rua Dom Afonso Henriques
7780-183, Castro Verde
Church built on top of another Church, whose Foundation is attributed to lendariamente Dom Afonso Henriques. In the 18th century, the façade is reconstructed, showing an interesting Baroque animation. Inside, a major altarpiece in stucco marbled with throne in gilt and some 18th century tiles, inspired by Dutch models.
Local Histórico da Batalha de Ourique
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São Pedro das Cabeças
7780-251, Castro Verde
Despite the location of the famous battle of Ourique not be consensual between all historians, many point to the "Campo de Ourique" as likely the battle between Christians and Moors. The battle, which took place in 1139, resulted in the overwhelming victory of Christian forces led by Dom Afonso Henriques. Victory such that Dom Afonso Henriques has self-proclaimed King of Portugal on the battlefield. Confirmation of title was only issued by the Holy see in 1979. According to legend, which began to be reported from the 14th century, in the day of battle, consecrated to Santiago, Dom Afonso Henriques will …
Parque de Campismo de Castro Verde
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Rua Timor Lorosae, 10
7780-207, Castro Verde
The campsite from Castro Verde, located in the vicinity of the Parque Natural do Vale do Guadiana, offers green spaces and leisure equipment to provide you with unforgettable moments in contact with nature. If you like to enjoy a little history, nothing like visiting the Basilica Museum, Lucerne or the Valley Environmental Education Centre Gonçalinho.
O Celeiro
- food & drink
Rua da Ermida
7780-347, Castro Verde
A rustic space that specializes in regional dishes and in the author's cuisine.
A Cavalariça
- food & drink
Rua dos Escudeiros, 3
7780-216, Entradas
O restaurante A Cavalariça, localizado em Entradas, é uma casa de espírito familiar que se assume num serviço atencioso. Com uma decoração rústica, no espaço que outrora acolheu uma cavalariça, a mesa quer-se farta e com tempero regional. Exemplo disso, a açorda de perdiz e o coelho bravo frito, duas das especialidades da casa, em destaque numa extensa lista onde não faltam também a sopa de cação, o cozido de grão, as migas de espargos e a excecional feijoada de porco preto que, infelizmente, não faz parte da ementa fixa, estando disponível apenas durante alguns dias da semana.
A Lareira
- food & drink
Rua Fialho de Almeida, 8
7780-190, Castro Verde
Simply decorated House, with good service and great regional delicacies. His specialties are the grilled lamb chops, oven roasted lamb and the lamb stew.