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An entrance in the city wall, with some tile panels that I loved seeing.

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The city walls enclose the entire old town of Óbidos. You can walk around most of it on the battlements – except for a small section in the north. This provides fascinating views of the entire old town from various angles, as well as glimpses of the wider surroundings, and, of course, interesting views of the old walls themselves.

Built in 1186 by order of King D. Sancho I, it was struck by the earthquake of 1531 and destroyed by the earthquake of 1755. Preparations for the construction of the new church began in 1765 and was completed seven years later. In 1989, the church was transferred to the municipality of Obidos so that it could be adapted for cultural use. Today it houses a small, noteworthy bookstore.

The Porta da Vila is the city's main gate. It consists of two low, staggered gates to prevent a direct cavalry charge, as was often the case with Gothic Portuguese castles. Between the gates is a small balcony that served as a prayer room, with beautiful blue and white tiles (azulejos) from 1740 depicting the Passion of Christ. Street performers often play there because of the acoustics.

Built in the 12th century, the walls are among the best preserved in Portugal and offer a fascinating journey through time. The walls of Óbidos are approximately 1.5 km long.

The profanation and repurposing of a place of worship no longer used for liturgical celebrations is sometimes a delicate matter. This bookstore has clearly succeeded in both making the space commercially viable, while preserving its dignity. Nobel Prize winner Mario Vargas Llosa, who died this year, once said: "Literature educates people, stimulates the imagination, heightens sensitivity..."

The old church is now a bookshop.