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Santo António Fortress (Rato Fortress)

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    November 18, 2022

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    It was built from scratch in the second half of the 16th century during the reign of King Sebastian (1568-1578) to protect the entrance to the river from Muslim pirate attacks while protecting the city of Tavira.

    The fortress was active until 1840 when, having lost its military function, it was abandoned by order of the governor of the Algarve province.
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