Braga District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Always good to be back to my beautiful hometown of Braga, Portugal
Always good to be back to my beautiful hometown of Braga, Portugal
Beautiful, The Archiepiscopal Palace of #Braga 

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Back in Portugal... #geres 

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#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.

Popular cities in Braga District

Bom Jesus do Monte which includes heritage elements and a castle
Braga
Known for Historical, Cathedrals and Churches
Against a scenic backdrop of mossy mountains, explore museums and churches in a charming city dedicated to religion and antiquity.

Reasons to visit

  • Bom Jesus do Monte
  • Braga Cathedral
  • Sameiro Sanctuary
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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".
Guimarães
Known for Historical, Castle and Museums
Escape to Guimarães! Enjoy its history, castle and UNESCO site.

Reasons to visit

  • Guimaraes Castle
  • Citania de Briteiros
  • Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira
Esposende
Esposende
Known for Beaches, Sea and Swimming
Experience relaxing Esposende: its adventures, oceanfront, beaches and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Apulia Beach
  • Esposende Beach
The Lanhoso Castle, Located in Póvoa de Lanhoso, is regarded as one of the most imposing castles in Portugal. Built on top of the Pilar Hill - the largest granite monolith in the country, the Castle was very important regarding the conquest and formation of the Kingdom of Portugal.

It was classified as National Monument in 1910.
Povoa de Lanhoso
Check out Citania de Briteiros and Canicada Dam—just a couple of the sights around Povoa de Lanhoso.
Sunday in Barcelos...!

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Barcelos
Known for Gardens, Countryside and Culture
Get away to Barcelos! Enjoy the countryside, gardens and local cuisine.
Beautiful beautiful Peneda de Gerês National Park. There are loads of waterfalls, river gorges and hiking trails along with traditional Portuguese villages. Every hiker and waterfall chaser should make a visit. We stayed in Campo de Gerês and spent a couple of days driving and hiking in the area. It’s been raining every day on this trip but it’s lovely nonetheless. 
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Terras de Bouro
Known for Churches, Cathedrals and Lakes
Terras de Bouro awaits: its churches, lake views, monuments and more!