Forte de São Luiz Gonzaga (vestígios)

Traces of a strong military architecture, 17th century, bastions in clod of polygonal plant, with outer moat and covered path. Is one of the strong in "architecture of the Earth" still subsisting in Portugal, being totally built in clod (mixture of Earth, clay, pebbles and stone uvula), without any trace of masonry. Featured ample dimensions, with tents to barracks, stables and warehouses, and can accommodate 2000 infants and 500 horses. Currently covered by pine forest

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4930,São Pedro da Torre

    Characteristics


  • Difficult external parking
  • Castles & Fortresses
  • True

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Paiol do Açougue


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Cruzeiro Paroquial de Silva


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