Bragança

Bragança

Old Cathedral of Bragança

Old Cathedral of Bragança

The Cathedral was built during the century. XVI by city council initiative and with the support of the Duke D. Teodósio. It was intended initially to be a convent of the Order of Santa Clara, but was occupied by the Jesuits between 1562 and 1759, working as a College. In 1764, when he moved the […]

Montesinho Natural Park

Montesinho Natural Park

The Montesinho Natural Park is one of the largest protected areas in Portugal, extending for more than 75 000 hectares and with an altitude of 1500 meters. The vast forests create habitats for many species, including the wolf, boar and the golden eagle. Throughout the park, you can visit many villages that offer a fascinating […]

Castle and Citadel of Bragança

Castle and Citadel of Bragança

Citadel, Cidadela in Bragança Situated on a hill overlooking the city  Our Lady of Sardão, this well-preserved citadel was built in the XII century by Benedictine monks. It was rebuilt and reinforced at the end of the fourteenth century, and within its walls are unusual buildings such as the imposing Domus Municipalis, the Church of Santa […]

Museum Abade de Baçal, in Bragança

Museum Abade de Baçal, in Bragança

The main collections that are part of the Museum’s collection are archeology, epigraphy, Sacred Art, Paintings, Silver, Numismatic, Furniture and Ethnography. The collection of the Museum has been gradually enriched through donations, bequests and acquisitions. Click image to Facebook Page The Museum was created by decree law on November 13, 1915 under the name of […]

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