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Amid granite boulders and echoes of ancient battles, Moreira de Rei rises, an eagle's nest crowned by ruins that still whisper stories of fleeing kings, noblemen, and armies that passed through here. A good example is its name, which dates back to the time when Moreira welcomed King Sancho II on his way to exile from Toledo. Beneath the old Romanesque church lies a proto-Christian necropolis, witness to centuries of faith. Between worn walls, Roman pavements, and Visigothic memories, the town preserves, in stone and silence, the grandeur of a past that has never ceased to pulse.

Marialva is a jewel among Portugal's Historic Villages. High above, the castle watches over centuries of conquests and legends, while within the walls still echo the memory of kings, fairs, and battles. Strolling its cobblestone streets is like traveling back in time: from the keep to the Church of Santiago, every detail tells a story. Outside the walls, vineyards and flavors of Beira Alta complete the landscape: roast kid, sheep's cheese, and sweets that preserve the taste of tradition. Here, the village is experienced as much on foot as at the table.

In the heart of the rolling plain, your gaze reaches Marialva. As you follow the national road, in the distance, high above, the castle stands imposingly, guarding the valley beneath.

Its ancient castle contrasts with the fears and fears experienced by the people of yesteryear. It was a border town, the scene of many important battles and struggles for the formation and independence of the kingdom. It received important privileges. D. Afonso Henriques granted it a charter and D. Afonso III the charter of Feira. D. Dinis ordered the construction of the walls that still protect a village where Christians and Jews lived together. The ring of walls that still surround the old medieval town, as well as the vast civil and religious architectural heritage, give the Historic Centre a unique image.

The Castle of Trancoso is erected atop a hill in the North-Easternmost extreme of the city of Trancoso, within the district of Guarda, Portugal. It is a castle build in between the 10th and 13th centuries, featuring towers and the characteristic walls inclined to the tower of Moorish connotations. From the primitive castle appears the walled fortress with five towers and an homage one, the walls featuring several gates as well. Among these, the Porta do Rei stands out the most for being flanked by two towers.

The Távora walkways create a fascinating route along the banks of the Távora River and the Vilar Reservoir, a body of water that has transformed this landscape into a true natural refuge. In summer, the perfect plan is to get up early, walk the trails before the heat sets in and, at the end, cool off with a dip in one of the river beaches, a simple pleasure that feels so good on hot days.

The river beach of Vila de Ponte is one of the most beautiful secrets in the North of Portugal. With stunning views over the immense lake, it is the perfect refuge on hot days. At the end of May, the waters invite you to swim in the floating pools — one for adults, one for children. Ideal for families, the area also offers numerous spots for a pleasant picnic by the river.

Usually open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The pilgrimage site has its origins in the time when Al-Mancor killed many nuns on his campaign in 982. Some managed to escape and hid a statue of the Madonna under a huge rock. Only 515 years later did a shepherd girl discover the Madonna and bring her home. However, the mother threw her into the fire and the girl, who had never been able to speak since birth, suddenly found her voice, protested loudly and took the Madonna out of the fire again. Subsequently, Lapa developed into a place of pilgrimage. Lapa and Santiago were once the two most important pilgrimage sites on the Iberian Peninsula.