Guimarães Castle
Guimaraes Castle is officially included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The attraction is located in a small town, but it is known not only in Portugal, but also outside the country. Locals are proud that in 2008 the Portuguese Government included this object in the 7 wonders (structures of Portugal). Every year this place is visited by tourists from different countries.
History of Guimaraes Castle
In the 9th century, the territory of the city of Guimaraes was captured from the Arabs, who ruled in these parts for a long time. Reconquista is the process of reconquest of lands by Christians, especially the Portuguese, in this process the Portuguese conquered the region and Guimaraes was led by a representative of the Fernandes family. Later, after the count's death, his possessions were redefined between his heirs, who "fragmented" the land holdings.
The Burgundian dynasty of the kings of Spain settled in Portugal, which, under the leadership of King Henry, built Guimaraes Castle in the city. According to the stories of local residents, their ancestors were against the rule of the Spaniards here, but these "sentiments" were suppressed by force. In the 15th century, the castle was subjected to significant alterations, the facade was changed, and the supporting structures of this structure were strengthened. In the 16th centuries, the castle was a real defensive structure, when the Spaniards repelled the attacks of the barbarians and fought heroically for their castle and their liege lord.
Features of Guimaraes Castle
It became a classic "Spanish-style" castle, the towers were separated by "crenellated structures", and tourists are invited to walk through bastion structures and iconic places where fierce fighting took place. Guimaraes Castle is a place of worship among all medieval-style fortresses and can serve as a true example of the construction of such structures throughout Western Europe.
Portugal is an amazing country where two unique currents combine - construction and nature, as well as an amazing atmosphere. Guimaraes Castle is recommended for Portuguese visitors, through it you can learn the subtleties of Portuguese architectural art. Picturesque photos are obtained against the background of the landmark.
