Paço da Giela

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Paço da Giela, Medieval palace in Giela, Portugal

The palace includes a 14th-century tower connected to 16th-century residential buildings, featuring Manueline windows and a defensive gatehouse.

The fortress served as protection for the Land of Valdevez during medieval times, replacing an earlier 11th-century defensive structure.

The three museum floors present archaeological findings, the history of the monument, and details about the 1141 Valdevez Tournament.

Visitors can explore the palace from Tuesday to Sunday, with extended summer hours and a nominal entrance fee of 1 euro.

The palace witnessed the historical Valdevez Tournament between Portuguese and Spanish rulers, marking a turning point in Portuguese independence.

Location: Arcos de Valdevez (São Paio) e Giela

GPS coordinates: 41.85001,-8.40836

Latest update: March 13, 2025 17:48

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