Discover Almeida, Portugal's Star-Shaped Fortress Walls
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Welcome to our walking tour
Welcome to our walking tour of Almeida, Portugal, where we'll explore the fascinating history and culture of this small fortified town.
We'll start by walking along the impressive star-shaped fortress walls, which were built in the 17th century to protect against Spanish invasion. You'll learn about the military engineering that went into the construction of these walls and the various bastions and gates that make them so unique.
Next, we'll head to the Museu Militar de Almeida, where we'll discover the rich history of military arms and weapons in Portugal. With over 5,000 artifacts on display, including swords, guns, cannons, and armor, this museum is sure to captivate all history enthusiasts.
We'll also visit the Igreja Matriz de Almeida, a beautiful church located within the fortress walls, and the Casa da Câmara e Cadeia, a 19th-century building that once served as the town hall and prison, which has now been restored to a cultural center and exhibition space.
Other highlights of our tour include the Torre do Relógio, a clock tower that dates back to the 18th century, the Fonte do Pelicano, a stunning fountain in the main square, and the Real Picadeiro de Almeida, a historic riding school once used by the Portuguese army for training.
Join us on this walking tour and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Almeida, Portugal.
We'll start by walking along the impressive star-shaped fortress walls, which were built in the 17th century to protect against Spanish invasion. You'll learn about the military engineering that went into the construction of these walls and the various bastions and gates that make them so unique.
Next, we'll head to the Museu Militar de Almeida, where we'll discover the rich history of military arms and weapons in Portugal. With over 5,000 artifacts on display, including swords, guns, cannons, and armor, this museum is sure to captivate all history enthusiasts.
We'll also visit the Igreja Matriz de Almeida, a beautiful church located within the fortress walls, and the Casa da Câmara e Cadeia, a 19th-century building that once served as the town hall and prison, which has now been restored to a cultural center and exhibition space.
Other highlights of our tour include the Torre do Relógio, a clock tower that dates back to the 18th century, the Fonte do Pelicano, a stunning fountain in the main square, and the Real Picadeiro de Almeida, a historic riding school once used by the Portuguese army for training.
Join us on this walking tour and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Almeida, Portugal.
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در تاریخ 1402/01/13 منتشر شده
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