Tower of Penegate, Medieval tower in Carreiras, Portugal.
The Tower of Penegate stands as a three-story quadrilateral structure with defensive features, including machicolations and thick stone walls at its elevated position.
King Denis granted permission to construct the tower in 1322 to Mem Rodrigues de Vasconcelos, who served as the chief administrator of Guimarães Castle.
The structure demonstrates the architectural methods of medieval Portuguese nobility and their need for defensive positions to maintain regional authority.
The tower requires walking up a steep pedestrian path, offering views of the Febros Valley and the old medieval road connecting Braga to Valença.
The tower contains a small Baroque temple with a triptych altarpiece displaying the Virgin Mary between Saint John and Saint Anthony in painted panels.
Location: Carreiras (São Miguel) e Carreiras (Santiago)
GPS coordinates: 41.65880,-8.49197
Latest update: March 5, 2025 08:22
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