Sortelha, Portugal
Surmounted by a castle built on a formidable crag at an altitude of 760 metres, Sortelha still retains its mediaeval appearance intact through the architecture of its rural granite houses.
Historic Villages – Portugal
Twelve villages/towns in Portugal were classified under a 1991 government program called the Historic Villages Program.
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Castelo Novo, Portugal
Castelo Novo, one of the twelve Historic Villages, was built in the 12th century but was badly damaged by the earthquake in 1755.
Piodão, Portugal
Piodão, a picturesque village nestled in the heart of Portugal’s Serra do Açor, is one of the twelve Historical Villages.
Castelo Mendo, Portugal
Castelo Mendo was built on top of a hill at a strategic point. It is one of the twelve Historic Villages. Join me for a tour.
Monsanto, Portugal
Monsanto is one of the twelve Historical Villages. It is located in a region called Beira Interior and is a hilltop village worth visiting.
Idanha-a-Velha, Portugal
Idanha-a-Velha is one of the twelve Historical Villages was once the site of the ancient and prosperous Roman town of Civitas Igaeditanorum.