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Santuário da Nossa Senhora da Peneda
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Peneda
4970-150, Gavieira
The sanctuary, located at an altitude of 780 meters, is built beside a rugged hill. This site is the stage for one of the most popular national pilgrimages, on September 7th, when the surrounding landscape takes on even more beautiful proportions.
Ponte sobre o Rio Vez
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Rua dos Milagres
4970-592, Arcos de Valdevez
A bridge built between 1876 and 1880 that sought to maintain the architectural style of the old medieval bridge that stood here. It consists of four round arches.
Igreja da Lapa
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Largo da Lapa
4970-434, Arcos de Valdevez
The uniqueness of this temple comes from the monumental height of the nave, with its slightly oval plan and walls, contrasting with the low, rectangular forms of the vestibule and chancel. The portal, topped by windows, is framed and sculpted. The gilded altarpieces and stucco work are particularly noteworthy.
Igreja da Misericórdia de Arcos de Valdevez
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Largo da Misericórdia
4970-438, Arcos de Valdevez
The temple, built in the 16th century, was rebuilt in the 18th century. Inside, a prominent image of Saint Anthony stands out, bearing an inscription alluding to the expulsion of Napoleon's troops.
Conjunto de Espigueiros do Soajo
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EM530
4970-651, Soajo
This is one of the largest concentrations of granaries in Portugal, all built of stone. In total, there are 24 granaries of the Galician-Minho type, the oldest dating from 1782. The sacred character given to the site is evident, due to the crosses on top of the granaries, which, according to local people, are for divine protection of what is stored there, often the only means of community survival.
Anta do Mezio
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EN202
4970-092, Soajo
The Dolmen of Mezio is integrated into the set of megalithic monuments known to Antas da Serra do Soajo. This is an exemplary prehistoric funerary built about 5000 years.
Porta do Mezio
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Mezio
4970, Soajo
Porta do Mezio is one of the five gateways to the Peneda-Gerês National Park and to the vast mountains and valleys of Soajo and Peneda. It encompasses 3 hectares filled with spaces for young and old, including an adventure park, birdwatching observatory, camping area, swimming pool, restaurant, a children's village, and more.
Casa das Artes de Arcos de Valdevez
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Praça do Munícipio
4970-433, Arcos de Valdevez
The Arcos de Valdevez Arts Centre occupies an 18th-century building, classified in 1982 as a Property of Public Interest and known as “Casa do Terreiro” or “Casa do Conselheiro”. The space offers a vast and diverse cultural program and hosts artistic events focused on different themes, such as film, music, visual arts and theatre.
Torre, Casa e Quinta de Aguiã
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Cardida
4970-034, Cardida
Baroque manor house consisting of a large central body with a double arcade and two symmetrical staircases that run perpendicular to the facade. Integrated into this building is a medieval tower, square in plan and crowned with battlements, placed in the center.
Capela de São João Baptista da Comenda
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EM523-4
4970-516, Carreira
The temple features a facade topped by a bell tower with two windows. Of particular note are the capitals decorated with phytomorphic and zoomorphic elements, and the narrow windows with sculpted columns depicting the patron saints of the Order of Malta, Saint John the Baptist and Saint John the Evangelist.