Torres de São Paulo e da Cadeia e o pequeno pano de muralha existente entre as duas torres
Torres de São Paulo e da Cadeia e o pequeno pano de muralha existente entre as duas torres, Medieval defensive towers in Ponte de Lima, Portugal.
The two towers, Torre da Cadeia and Torre de São Paulo, stand connected by a section of medieval wall in the center of town.
Construction of the fortification began under King Pedro's reign in 1359, with completion occurring between 1367 and 1383 during Portugal's maritime expansion period.
The Torre da Cadeia displays the royal coat of arms and an armillary sphere on its southern facade, representing connections to Portuguese monarchy.
The towers remain accessible throughout the year and offer visitors direct access to the historical center of Ponte de Lima.
The Torre de São Paulo features a tile panel by Jorge Colaço depicting a historical episode of King Afonso Henriques.
Location: Arca e Ponte de Lima
GPS coordinates: 41.76805,-8.58452
Latest update: March 9, 2025 04:42
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