Moinhos Castle, Medieval fort in Angra do Heroísmo, Terceira Island, Portugal.
The fortress stands on a strategic hilltop, providing views over the valley and harbor of Angra do Heroísmo through remaining waist-high battlements.
Constructed between 1461 and 1470 by Álvaro Martins Homem, this structure marked the first fortification built in the Azores archipelago.
The site transformed into Alto da Memória in 1856, featuring a memorial dedicated to Pedro IV of Portugal and the Liberal regime restoration.
Visitors access the fortress grounds through gardens containing endemic plants, with an informative azulejo tile displaying details about Fort São Luís.
The castle's position enabled the operation of multiple mills in the surrounding ravine, including Janela, Cova, Picão, and Fábrica mills.
Location: Azores
Inception: 1461
GPS coordinates: 38.65923,-27.21955
Latest update: March 7, 2025 09:26
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