Castelo de Juromenha, Medieval fortress in Juromenha, Portugal.
The fortress structure includes defensive walls, sixteen square towers, and a 44-meter-high keep overlooking the Guadiana River border with Spain.
King Afonso Henriques conquered the fortress in 1167 with support from Geraldo Sem Pavor, marking a significant victory in the Christian Reconquest.
The marriage ceremony between King Afonso IV and Beatriz of Castile took place within these fortress walls, strengthening Portuguese-Castilian relations.
The fortress remains stand at coordinates 38.738175, -7.239841, requiring careful navigation through stone structures and uneven terrain during exploration.
A devastating fire in January 1659 destroyed parts of the construction and resulted in the death of one hundred garrison members.
GPS coordinates: 38.73817,-7.23984
Latest update: March 7, 2025 03:32
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