Oliveira do Castelo

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

Where to stay in Oliveira do Castelo

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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".

Old Town Guimarães

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 Antigos Paços do Concelho while you're exploring the area.

Old Town Guimarães
Hotel da Oliveira

Hotel da Oliveira

4 out of 5
Rua de Santa Maria-Largo da Oliveira, Guimarães
The price is ₩235,432 per night from Oct 9 to Oct 10
₩235,432
₩249,558 total
Oct 9 - Oct 10
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. ...
Hotel da Oliveira
Vila Galé Collection Braga

Vila Galé Collection Braga

4 out of 5
Largo Carlos Amarante 4, Braga, Braga
The price is ₩230,969 per night from Sep 23 to Sep 24
₩230,969
₩249,720 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
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 ...
Vila Galé Collection Braga
Basic Braga by Axis

Basic Braga by Axis

2 out of 5
Largo Da Estacao Maximinos, Braga
The price is ₩64,624 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
₩64,624
₩73,399 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
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 ...
Basic Braga by Axis
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Braga Heritage Lofts

Braga Heritage Lofts

3 out of 5
Rua Eça de Queirós 98, Braga, Braga
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Braga Heritage Lofts
Signature Apartments Os Terceiros

Signature Apartments Os Terceiros

4 out of 5
Largo São Francisco Braga, Braga
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and conference space. Popular attractions Praça da República and BragaShopping are ...
Signature Apartments Os Terceiros
MyStay - D. Maria Apartments

MyStay - D. Maria Apartments

3 out of 5
R. José Gomes de Matos 1790, Vila Nova de Famalicao, Braga
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Vila Nova de Famalicao. Enjoy free WiFi, cable TV channels, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Estádio Municipal de Famalicão ...
MyStay - D. Maria Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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