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Churches in Viana do Castelo Municipality

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The Castillo Santiago da Barra fortress had its own chapel dedicated to St. James, which is still preserved. It's a small chapel w

Castles in Viana do Castelo Municipality

Roqueta Tower

This bastion tower was built during the reign of Manuel I (XV century) to defend the port of Viana, and is located at the mouth of

Statues in Viana do Castelo Municipality

Viana Statue

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This statue is opposite the marina, in the gardens between the streets Av Marginal and Largo Joao da Costa (where the Book Fair is

Of Touristic Interest in Viana do Castelo Municipality

Fountain - Fountain of the Republic Square

This fountain is one of the most emblematic places in the historical center of Viana and a meeting point for tourists and locals.

Museums in Viana do Castelo Municipality

Costume Museum

This museum is in Republic Square, opposite the monument to Caramuru, in a corner building that was formerly the headquarters of t

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Festivals in Viana do Castelo Municipality

Regional Dances in the Republic Square

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The truth is, I'm not entirely sure if the day I visited Viana (July 18) they were celebrating a holiday in the city (I think not)

Shopping Malls in Viana do Castelo Municipality

May First Shopping Center

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This shopping mall is located a bit far from the historic old town (about a ten or fifteen minute walk), near the Municipal Theatr

Museums in Viana do Castelo Municipality

Jewellery Museum

Traditional Silverware Museum is situated on the side street that goes from Republic Square to Cathedral. Although the outside of

Statues in Viana do Castelo Municipality

João Alvares Pagundes Monument

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This sculpture is at the commercial dock (Doca), opposite the Navio Gil Eannes and is dedicated to João Pagundes Alvares, a Portug

Leisure Areas in Viana do Castelo Municipality

Recreational Area of Santa Luzia

This recreation area is in the vicinity of the Basilica of Santa Luzia, a few kilometres from the city centre, which can be reache

Gardens in Caldelas

Park of Taipas

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7 km from Guimaraes lies the small village of Caldas das Taipas, famous for its hot springs, belonging to the parish of Caldelas.

Spa in Caldelas

Baths of Caldas Das Taipas

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Just outside Guimaraes (7 km away) in Caldelas, are these famous mineral water springs. They are surrounded by landscaped gardens,

Exhibitions in Caminha

Stony Models

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One of the best ways to learn the history of a village is through the architecture of their buildings. Currently, almost everythin

Of Touristic Interest in Chaves

Tourist Train

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As in many other cities, these type of tourist trains have become fashionable (especially in summer). The Chaves part of the Jardi

Harbors in Viana do Castelo Municipality

Fishing and Commercial Port - Doca

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The port of Viana is huge, and is at the mouth of the Lima River, opposite the Castle of Santiago da Barra, which was built specif

Exhibitions in Viana do Castelo Municipality

Aleixo de Queiroz Exhibition

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An exhibition in the new building of the Museum of Art and Archaeology (accessed by General Luis do Rego Street) that's dedicated

Churches in Viana do Castelo Municipality

Santo Domingo Church

Statues in Viana do Castelo Municipality

Sculpture of Frei Bartolomeu Dos Mártires

This monument is in front of the Palace of Maciel Barbosa (Museum) pays tribute to friar Bartolomé de Martyrs, founder of the form

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