Castle of Marialva, Medieval castle in Marialva, Portugal
The Castle of Marialva stands on a mountain massif with robust stone walls, towers, and a central keep overlooking the Portuguese countryside.
The site transformed from a Lusitanian hill fort into a Roman settlement named Avarorum before becoming a strategic defensive point during Portugal's Reconquista period.
The castle grounds contain the São Tiago church with Manueline doorways and the Nossa Senhora dos Passos Chapel, representing Portuguese architectural evolution.
The castle remains open for visits throughout the year, with surrounding trails that lead visitors through different sections of the fortification complex.
Archaeological excavations near the castle revealed the ancient Roman city of Civitas Aravorum, connecting multiple layers of regional settlement history.
Location: Marialva
GPS coordinates: 40.91348,-7.23156
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:04
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