Castle of Mourão, Medieval castle in Mourão, Portugal
The Castle of Mourão exhibits a combination of shale stone, marble, and granite construction reinforced by six quadrangular towers with Gothic influences.
Originally constructed in the 12th century during the Christian reconquest, the castle expanded from one to three towers under King Dinis's reign from 1279 to 1325.
The castle represents a testament to Portuguese military architecture and served as a defensive stronghold for the Knights Hospitaller in the 13th century.
The castle grounds remain open to visitors who can access the site through Rua Freire António das Chagas and explore the medieval fortifications.
The fortification's strategic position near the Alqueva Dam provides visitors with panoramic views of the surrounding Portuguese landscape and neighboring Spanish territory.
Location: Mourão
GPS coordinates: 38.38509,-7.34673
Latest update: March 7, 2025 13:24
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