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Old Town Braga

5/5(13 area reviews)

Old Town Braga is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Braga Cathedral and Santa Barbara Garden.

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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".

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5/5(11 area reviews)

Unique features of Old Town Guimarães include the historic sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Largo da Oliveira or Paco dos Duques de Braganca while you're exploring the area.

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5/5(1 area review)

Check out nearby sights like Tibaes Monastery while you're spending some time in Cervães and the surrounding area.

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Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Braga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

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Nice hotel, great location

"The hotel is a lovely building and is very nicely decorated. The breakfast is excellent with something for everyone including an omelette station. The front desk people were efficient and friendly. While the room was clean the room does look a bit tired. It could use a fresh coat of paint and the ..."

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2024

Melia Braga Hotel & Spa

Av. General Carrilho da Silva Pinto, 8, Tenoes, Braga

￥22,880

per night

Jun 3 - Jun 4

Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Bom Jesus do Monte and Sete Fontes are located ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (370 reviews)

"A little ways from city center"

Reviewed on May 3, 2024

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