Castelo de Sortelha
A castle of probable Muslim construction, whose oldest written document mentioning it dates from the reign of King Sancho I, who ordered repairs to be made to the castle. Later, King Manuel I benefited from restoration works, marked by the insertion of the Manueline coat of arms on the castle walls. The alcazaba remains, with machicolations and loopholes protecting the entrance to the enclosure, and inside, a cistern. In the center of the citadel is the keep, with a square plan and a single floor. The walled enclosure, with two gates flanked by towers, completely surrounds the town.
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Monuments near Castelo de Sortelha
Antiga Casa da Câmara e Cadeia
House dating from the 16TH century, where he currently works an elementary school.
Antigo Hospital da Misericórdia de Sortelha / Casa de Santa Rita
16th century building, which was transformed into Mercy Hospital in the 17th century. In 1911 was sold to work as a haystack until 1990, when the previous owne…
Capela de Santiago
Chapel probably built in the 16th century, consisting of a longitudinal plan simple and cover with gable roof. The interior space is unique, not meeting the na…
Casa Árabe
The exact date of construction of this house is unknown; while oral tradition suggests it dates from the Muslim period, the inscription on the door lintel poin…
Casa com Janela Manuelina na Rua da Fonte
Manueline House probably built in the 16th century, consisting of two floors, a rectangular plant and concentrated coverage in roof of three waters. In the mid…
