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Cozy square in the heart of Braga
The small town of Braga is full of historical, architectural and religious sights. One of them is the surprisingly harmonious ensemble of the Municipal Square. The square got its name thanks to the House of the City Council or the Municipal Palace located here.
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Great example of the renaissance
Every year, the Portuguese town of Braga attracts many visitors from all over the world due to its beautiful architecture, nature and a large number of churches. Among the religious buildings of the city, the main Cathedral stands out, and next to it there is a small church of the 16th century, belo...
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Ancient hospital-church for pilgrims
The beautiful building of the hospital and the church of St. Mark immediately attracts attention - it stands out in a wide area with its high towers and symmetry, surrounded by wonderful flower beds.
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Church with unusual symbols
Walking slowly through the small, but so pleasant and beautiful town of Braga, you will certainly see a church with an unusually decorated facade - this is the Church of the Holy Cross.
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Wonderful house and gothic chapel of Coimbras
The small town of Braga has many attractions, but I would like to highlight one interesting architectural ensemble of the 16th century. – The Chapel and the House of Coimbras.
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Main square of Braga
Republic Square is the real heart of Braga - there are always a lot of people relaxing in cafes and near the fountain, walking in the municipal park or going on a walking tour to the historical part of the city.
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Wonderful square of the former episcopal palace
Along the northeastern wing of the former Bishop's Palace (now the Library) there is a beautiful flowering garden. In its center there is a fountain with a statue of St. Barbara, after whom this garden was named.
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A church that has experienced many upheavals
Walking along Rossio Square and its surroundings, it is easy to miss the Church of St. Dominic with its unpretentious, austere facade. Although the church is not noticeable from the outside, but inside it makes an indelible impression.
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Ancestral home of the Dukes of Braganza
The majestic palace of the 15th century, which was once the residence of the Dukes of Bragana, amazes with its grandeur and monumentality at first sight. Its towers and cylindrical brick chimneys can be seen from almost anywhere in the historic city center.
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One of the special places in Guimarães
Walking through the historic center of the town of Guimarã es, you will see a small cozy square surrounded by beautiful houses and many restaurants - this is Santiago Square.
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Church associated with the legend of the Olive Tree
The Gothic church of Nossa Señ ora da Oliveira (free entrance only to the church itself) is located on a small square of the same name. The Largo da Oliveira square itself owes its name to the olive tree that once grew here, then dried up and miraculously revived and blossomed after the applica...
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The kingdom of Portugal was founded here!
Guimarã es Castle is located in the town of the same name in northern Portugal. The powerful walls and construction of this ancient building indicate its important defensive role in the distant era of the Middle Ages.
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Amazing creation of natural elements
Not far from the fishing town of Cascais is an unusual natural formation - the Devil's Mouth Gorge. Here, huge sea waves sweep over the cave with such an impressive roar and roar that the reason for such a name becomes clear.
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The great gothic masterpiece of Portugal
The Monastery of Santa Maria da Vitoria is a splendid masterpiece of the late Gothic style that arouses admiration at first sight. It is located in the small town of Batalha.
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Bookshop in church interiors
At the end of the main street of the charming town of Ó bidos, next to the entrance to the medieval castle, there is a small church of St. James. When you step inside, you will certainly be surprised to see bookshelves and shelves instead of the main altar and other religious paraphernalia.
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Main church of Obidos
On the main square of Obidos is a small white church of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It stands out for its low tower and Mannerist entrance portal. Inside, the church impresses with its unusual interior design - its walls are entirely covered with blue and white azulejo tiles, and the ceiling is painted...
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City gate with a twist
The entrance to the fabulous and wonderful town of Obidos starts from the City Gate of Porta da Vila. This town is surrounded by fortress walls of the XII century. and is truly admired for its beautiful cobbled streets and white and blue houses, decorated with azulejo tiles, lanterns and flowering p...
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Strict Cistercian temple
In the small cozy town of Alcobaç a there is a magnificent monastery of St. Mary. The complex of the monastery impresses with its luxurious external design in the spirit of Baroque and the simplicity and austerity of its internal appearance.
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Extraordinarily beautiful place
St. Sebastian Beach is amazingly beautiful, and the smell of the ocean just excites your senses. This wild sandy beach is framed by high slopes that offer an unusually picturesque view of the ocean.
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Traditional portuguese village
Between Mafra and Ericeira, in a village called Sobreiro, there is a traditional open-air museum village created by the potter and sculptor José Franco. At the age of 25, he decided to build a museum, and since then, in his spare time, he has been building a miniature village on his own, where ...
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Sanctuary with Grand Staircase
The Sanctuary of Bon Jesus do Monti is located outside the city of Braga, on a high hill surrounded by beautiful nature. You can get to the temple on foot by stairs, by car or by an old funicular that has been operating since 1882.
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One of the largest palaces in Europe
The majestic and monumental architectural complex of Martha includes the royal palace, monastery and basilica. It was built in the Baroque style on the orders of King John V in fulfillment of a promise made to the Franciscan monks that he would build a monastery for them if their prayers would help ...
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An ancient cathedral in the service of students
Not far from the University of Coimbra is the Old Cathedral, one of the oldest buildings in the city. Its ancient and powerful walls look like a well-fortified castle, and this external similarity is not accidental, because the cathedral was built in the distant 12th century, when these lands were c...
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Resting place of the first kings of Portugal
The Church or Monastery of the Holy Cross is located in the lower part of the city of Coimbra, it is one of the oldest buildings in the city. It was founded in the 12th century.
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Summer residence of the monarchs of Portugal
The Palacio Nacional Royal Palace is located in the heart of the city of Sintra, it stands out from the rest of the city's buildings with its huge chimneys. The palace was the summer residence of many Portuguese kings and witnessed important historical events of this kingdom.
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