Terras de Cervaria

Vilanova de Cerveira is located 16 kilometers from the border of Tui (in Spain) and across the Miño, directly opposite the town of Goian. This Portuguese town was once known as "Terras de Cervaria" which gave it its representative image, the Deer. It´s often placed in major roundabouts of this beautiful tranquil village and at the top of the mountain, which is has excellent views. The walled town of Vilanova was founded in 1320 by King D. Dinis, who then give his name to the magnificent Pousada installed in the sixteenth century fortress. This villa has elegant seventeenth and eighteenth century mansions, one of which with a beautiful green mosaic facade that has recently been restored.