The Palace of the Dukes of Braganza is an imposing and well kept medieval estate and former residence of the first Dukes of Braganza, located in the historical centre of Guimarães in the north-western part of Portugal. It is very close to the castle of Guimaraes. Both are well worth a visit.

Andreas

February 1, 2024

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The Palace of the Dukes of Braganza is a medieval estate and former residence of the first Dukes of Braganza in the historic center of Guimarães. The construction of the Palace of the Dukes of Bragança began at the beginning of the 15th century. On the ground floor of the north wing there is a small museum of contemporary art with works by the painter José de Guimarães.

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February 7, 2024

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The residence was built in the first quarter of the 15th century (probably between 1420 and 1422) by Afonso, Count of Barcelos, the illegitimate son of John and the future …

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Location: Guimarães (Oliveira Do Castelo), Braga, Portugal

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