Castle

Castelo de Leiria

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Gonçalo
February 19, 2016
Historical castle from the beggining of Portugal, with more than 800 years, was very important to defend the Portuguese people from the muslin attacks in the century XII.
Rodrigo
June 24, 2019
Leiria Castle is one of the city's historical attractions.
Paula
December 15, 2016
Definitely on the top 5 of the most beautiful castels in Portugal, with a great view to the old and historic city center.
Vitor
July 22, 2014
beautiful and imposing medieval castle
Robert
July 5, 2020
Coming up from the city, visitors enter Leiria Castle through the Albacara Gateway. Inside this defensive bastion, there are various historical points of interest that have been well preserved. They include the Church of Nossa Senhora da Pena, the former Royal Palaces and the Keep in addition to wonderful views out over the surrounding countryside. The architecture clearly indicates the medieval origins of this city. It was conquered by the first king of Portugal Afonso Henriques in 1135. He ordered a small chapel be built in honour of Our Lady of Mercy before handing over this military stronghold to Paio Guterres, the first governor of Leiria. Towards the end of the century, the castle walls were reinforced by king Sancho I after the region was finally secured by the Christian crusaders.
Coming up from the city, visitors enter Leiria Castle through the Albacara Gateway. Inside this defensive bastion, there are various historical points of interest that have been well preserved. They include the Church of Nossa Senhora da Pena, the former Royal Palaces and the Keep in addition to won…

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Disfruta de un paseo por el campo a caballo
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Ubicación
Largo de São Pedro
Leiria, Leiria