Medieval castle built in the 10th century by order of Countess Mumadona Dias to defend the monastery from Norman and Muslim attacks. It's considered the main symbol of Portugal's founding, known as the place "where the nation was born". It has a polygonal layout with seven turrets and a central keep about 27 metres tall.
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- Opening hours
- Daily, 10:00–18:00 (last entry 17:30); closed on 1 January, Easter Sunday, 1 May, 24 June and 25 December
- Address
- Rua Dona Teresa, 4800-432 Guimarães
- Official website
- pacodosduques.gov.pt
Source: pacodosduques.gov.pt
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The history, what to see inside, how to get there, where to eat nearby…
