Castle of Marvão, Medieval castle in Santa Maria de Marvão, Portugal.
The granite fortress stands at 960 meters on a peak of Serra de São Mamede, with thick walls enclosing part of the village and a central keep.
Islamic knight Ibn Marwan established the initial fortification in 876, which remained under Muslim control until Christian forces conquered it between 1160 and 1166.
The castle represents the evolution of Portuguese military architecture, featuring arrow slits, bent entrances, and a triple gate system for strategic defense.
The castle opens daily from 9 AM to 9 PM in summer and 10 AM to 7 PM in winter, with an entrance fee of 1.5 euros.
An extensive cistern chamber within the castle walls collected rainwater during sieges and creates echoes that carry throughout the stone structure.
Location: Santa Maria de Marvão
GPS coordinates: 39.39711,-7.38000
Latest update: May 12, 2025 15:07
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