Citadel of Cascais, Military fortress in Cascais, Portugal
The Citadel complex incorporates the Santo Antonio Tower, defensive walls, and the Fortaleza Nossa Senhora da Luz along the Atlantic coastline.
King John II ordered the construction of the initial defensive tower in 1488 to protect the western end of the Tejo estuary from naval invasions.
The fortress transformed into a royal residence when King Luis converted the military complex into a summer palace during the nineteenth century.
Visitors can access the citadel grounds without charge, while the palace section requires a 4-euro entrance fee and operates with seasonal hours.
The citadel received the first electric street lighting installation in Portugal on September 28, 1878, marking a technological advancement for the nation.
Location: Cascais e Estoril
Inception: 1488
GPS coordinates: 38.69392,-9.41948
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
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