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Centro Historico de Guimaraes, Guimaraes

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Must see · World heritage site · Historic Walking Area · Landmark

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Witness the evolution of a city from medieval to contemporary at Centro Historico de Guimaraes, a locality regarded as the birthplace of the Portuguese nation. See architectural styles that can be observed in Portuguese colonies in Africa and Latin America even today. Dating back to 950 CE, the town's earliest features included rugged stone houses and a defense castle. Over the centuries, the area formed a settlement for nobles, adding civic facilities and city squares to its neighborhoods. Tour this historical town to see lavish monuments, experience rich cultural heritage, and browse exhibits of art, history, and archeology. Using our custom trip planner, Guimaraes attractions like Centro Historico de Guimaraes can form part of a personalized travel itinerary.

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By Brucestewart

We were staying for a week in Porto but it was always our intention to visit a couple of other towns while in the area. We decided upon Guimaraes and Aveiro, particularly because of the ease in...

We were staying for a week in Porto but it was always our intention to visit a couple of other towns while in the area. We decided upon Guimaraes and Aveiro, particularly because of the ease in... more »
By CathYorkshire

Interesting historic town - easy and cheap to reach by train. There is plenty to occupy you for a day trip, the palace and castle and the small streets are nice to wander through. There are plenty of.... more

Interesting historic town - easy and cheap to reach by train. There is plenty to occupy you for a day trip, the palace and castle and the small streets are nice to wander through. There are plenty of.... more »

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