Old Town Guimarães

Guimarães

Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo

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#Castelo #castle #Guimaraes #Portugal #History 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".

Guimaraes Castle

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Guimaraes Castle is just one of the places to see in Oliveira do Castelo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.

Guimaraes Castle
This majestic stately home was built in the 15th century at the order of the illegitimate son of King D. João I, Alfonso, who was to become Duke of Bragança. He lived here with his second wife Constança de Noronha. More about Guimarães here: http://imoutoftheoffice.com/guimaraes-the-cradle-of-portuguese-nation/

Palace Duques de Bragança

After visiting Palace Duques de Bragança, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oliveira do Castelo. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.

Palace Duques de Bragança
#Guimaraes #Portugal #church A Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira localiza-se no Centro Histórico de Guimarães em Portugal. A sua conservação externa não é das melhores. Tem uma arquitetura predominantemente gótica. É Monumento Nacional desde 1910. No seu entorno há uma série de atrações que também merecem uma visita. Saliento o Padrão do Salado, o museu de arte sacra Alberto Sampaio e a Torre dos Almadas. The Nossa Senhora da Oliveira Church is located in the Historic Center of Guimarães in Portugal. Its external conservation is not the best. It has a predominantly Gothic architecture and has been a National Monument since 1910. In its surroundings there are a number of attractions that are also worth visiting: the Salado Pattern, the Alberto Sampaio Sacred Art Museum and the Almadas Tower.

Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira

You can find out about the history of Oliveira do Castelo with a trip to Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira

Largo da Oliveira

You can find out about the history of Oliveira do Castelo when you stop by Largo da Oliveira. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Largo da Oliveira

Galeria de Arte Jose Gomes Alves

You can browse the exhibits at Galeria de Arte Jose Gomes Alves, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Oliveira do Castelo. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Galeria de Arte Jose Gomes Alves

Casa dos Lobo Machado

Enjoy an outing to Casa dos Lobo Machado during your stay in Oliveira do Castelo. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Casa dos Lobo Machado

Old Town Guimarães Hotel Deals

Hotel da Oliveira
Hotel da Oliveira
4 out of 5
Rua de Santa Maria-Largo da Oliveira, Guimarães
The price is SAR 607 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
SAR 607
SAR 643 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Guimarães. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (419 reviews)
"Guimaraes should not be missed and neither should this hotel, it’s in the centre of everything"

Reviewed on 10 June 2025

Hotel da Oliveira
EMAJ Guimarães Boutique Hotel
EMAJ Guimarães Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
Largo do Toural N 116, Guimarães
The price is SAR 395 per night from Jul 4 to Jul 5
SAR 395
SAR 418 total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Guimarães. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Igreja de Sao Francisco and Galeria de Arte Jose ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (176 reviews)
"Only 1 parking stop for the entire hotel"

Reviewed on 18 June 2025

EMAJ Guimarães Boutique Hotel
Vila Galé Collection Braga
Vila Galé Collection Braga
4 out of 5
Largo Carlos Amarante 4, Braga, Braga
The price is SAR 594 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
SAR 594
SAR 643 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Braga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (490 reviews)
"Very clean, nice place, close to all"

Reviewed on 25 June 2025

Vila Galé Collection Braga
Basic Braga by Axis
Basic Braga by Axis
2 out of 5
Largo Da Estacao Maximinos, Braga
The price is SAR 218 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
SAR 218
SAR 244 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Arco da Porta Nova and Palacio dos Biscainhos ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (401 reviews)
"Value for money, location, cleaniness"

Reviewed on 19 October 2024

Basic Braga by Axis
Innside By Meliá Braga Centro
Innside By Meliá Braga Centro
4 out of 5
Avenida Central Nº 107 a 117, Braga
The price is SAR 651 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
SAR 651
SAR 704 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions BragaShopping and Praça da República are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
"Quite and right in the center"

Reviewed on 24 June 2025

Innside By Meliá Braga Centro
B&B HOTEL Braga Lamacaes
B&B HOTEL Braga Lamacaes
3 out of 5
Av Dom Joao II 75, Braga
The price is SAR 214 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
SAR 214
SAR 240 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bom Jesus do Monte and Sete Fontes are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews)
"Staff was amazing and kind"

Reviewed on 20 June 2025

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