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Cruzeiro Ambiental pelo Parque Natural do Douro Internacional
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Miranda do Douro
5210, Miranda do Douro
To explore the Douro River, you can opt for this environmental cruise through international waters, showcasing a landscape that changes depending on the season. The cruise begins and ends at the International Biological Station, next to the Miranda do Douro dam and its border with Zamora, Spain. Along the way, you'll see an impressive variety of flora and fauna.
Concatedral de Miranda do Douro
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Largo da Sé
5210-184, Miranda do Douro
The former cathedral of Miranda do Douro, founded in 1552 by Dom João III, was designed by Gonçalo Torralva and Miguel Arruda. Notable features include its Mannerist façade, bell towers, altars, altarpieces, vaults, and stalls. The altarpiece's sculptures depict, among other themes, the apostles and the Virgin Mary amid angels. Of particular note is the wooden figure of the Baby Jesus in a Top Hat.
Castelo de Miranda do Douro
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Largo do Castelo, 2-A
5210-225, Miranda do Douro
Of the original castle, only a portion of the citadel remains, along with some sections of the walls interrupted by turrets, and the Porta da Traição (Traitor's Gate). Several entrances open into the castle's surrounding walls: the Porta da Senhora do Amparo (Lady of Protection), the Porta Falsa (False Gate), and the Postigo. Still standing, but badly damaged, is the keep.
Castro de São João das Arribas
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Aldeia Nova
5210-170, Miranda do Douro
A fortified settlement located on the slopes of the Douro River, it was reportedly used as a crossing point during Roman times. Excavations uncovered several Roman tombstones in the chapel of São João, located 1,500 meters above sea level.
Museu da Terra de Miranda
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Praça Dom João III, 2
5210-190, Miranda do Douro
Located in the historic center of Miranda do Douro, in a 17th-century building, this museum collects, preserves, and exhibits the region's cultural, ethnographic, and artistic heritage. It was founded in 1982 in a 17th-century building that previously served as city hall and municipal jail.
Douro Camping
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Rua do Parque de Campismo
5210-212, Miranda do Douro
The Parque de Campismo de Santa Luzia, located near the Centre of Miranda do Douro, enjoys a great location, next to the majestic Douro River. The most relevant points of interest are without doubt the Castle and the Cathedral of Mirando do Douro, as well as the Castro of new village.
Igreja Paroquial de Malhadas / Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Expectação
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Rua da Igreja
5210-150, Miranda do Douro
Romanesque-Gothic Temple consists of a longitudinal plan consists of a nave of four bays, a chancel narrower and lower, a side chapel and a sacristy adossadas to the left side. Abroad, features a bell tower with three Bell and a side porch.
Igreja Matriz de Palaçoulo / Igreja de São Miguel
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Largo da Igreja
5225-032, Sendim
Igreja Matriz de Duas Igrejas / Igreja de Santa Eufémia
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Rua da Igreja
5210-048, Miranda do Douro
Igreja Matriz de Cicouro / Igreja de São João Baptista
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Rua da Abadia
5210-020, Miranda do Douro