Castle of Tavira, Medieval castle in Tavira, Portugal
The castle stands on top of a hill with two preserved towers and thick stone walls overlooking the Gilão River and the city of Tavira.
The site has contained fortifications since the 8th century BC, with the current structure dating from the Moorish period of the 10th century.
The castle grounds contain the tombs of seven knights of the Order of Santiago who participated in the Christian conquest of Tavira in 1239.
Visitors can access the castle daily without entrance fees and climb to the top of the walls for views of the surrounding region.
The castle premises served as a cemetery during the cholera epidemic of 1832, following severe damage from the 1755 earthquake.
Location: Tavira (Santa Maria e Santiago)
GPS coordinates: 37.12525,-7.65100
Latest update: March 6, 2025 21:24
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