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 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.

Castelo Rodrigo, from its lofty hilltop position, is a small village that looks down over the plateau stretching eastward to Spain.

Trancoso parallels the history of Portugal, and it is a town whose narrow streets and stone houses preserve the medieval atmosphere.

Piodão, a picturesque village nestled in the heart of Portugal’s Serra do Açor, is one of the twelve Historical Villages.

Historic Villages: Embark on a journey through time and tradition along the captivating route of Portugal’s Historic Villages.

Idanha-a-Velha is one of the twelve Historical Villages was once the site of the ancient and prosperous Roman town of Civitas Igaeditanorum.