Tower of D. Pedro Pitões, Medieval tower in Morro da Sé, Portugal
The Tower of D. Pedro Pitões features a granite structure with two rectangular sections: a two-story eastern wing and three-story western wing.
In 1940, workers discovered the medieval tower during demolitions near Porto Cathedral, leading to its reconstruction 15 meters from the original location.
The building served as the Office of History of the City from 1940 to 1960, earning its alternative name, Tower of the City.
Visitors can access the tower through an arched doorway on the southern facade, with stairs connecting multiple granite and wood-floored levels.
The northern side of the tower displays a Gothic stone balcony, while the taller section features triangular defensive merlons at its crown.
Location: Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória
Address: Rua de São Sebastião, Calçada de D. Pedro Pitões
GPS coordinates: 41.14278,-8.61217
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:43
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