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Núcleo Intra-muros da Praça de Valença

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Fortaleza de Valença
4930-619, Valença

Valença

Urban settlement within the fortifications of Valença. The inner-walled core, without a castle, is completely surrounded by the stepped defensive belt, largely preserving the terrace covered in low vegetation and shrubs.

Necrópole Medieval do Adro Velho

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Adro Velho
4930-271, Verdoejo

Valença

Necropolis located near Verdoejo, among a thick forest of pine and oak trees.

Núcleo Museológico Municipal de Valença

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Rua Mouzinho de Alburquerque
4930-734, Valença

Valença

The former jail and "Domus Municipalis," one of the oldest and most emblematic buildings in Praça-Forte, now houses memories of the most significant moments in Valença's history. The archaeological remains, a glimpse into the medieval fortification, and the military heyday of Praça-Forte in the 18th century are the highlights of this center.

Torre de Silva

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EM512
4930-482, São Julião

Valença

A tower of medieval and seventeenth-century military architecture, it is one of the oldest stately towers. Its original main entrance was through the broken arch on the second floor, with the main façade later being moved to the opposite side. Above this façade is the coat of arms of the Counts of Pliégue.

Capela do Bom Jesus

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Travessa do Bom Jesus, 14
4930-752, Valença

Valença

Baroque chapel with Rococo elements, with a longitudinal plan, consisting of a single nave and a chancel. The project was designed by military engineer Manuel Pinto de Vilalobos.

Igreja Matriz de Valença / Igreja de Santa Maria dos Anjos

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Largo de Santa Maria dos Anjos
4930-696, Valença

Valença

Church located within the walls of the Valença Fortress, which combines Romanesque, 16th-century, late-Baroque, neoclassical and revivalist architecture.

Ecopista do Rio Minho

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Ecopista do Rio Minho
4930, Valença

Valença

A several-kilometer pedestrian and bicycle trail along the former railway line between Valença and Monção. The eco-path also provides close proximity to the Minho River.

Ponte Metálica sobre o Rio Minho

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Avenida de Espanha
4930-677, Valença

Valença

A bridge connecting Portugal to Spain, with a double, flat, overlapping deck, with a maximum length of approximately 400 meters, the lower deck for road traffic, with a width of approximately 6.5 meters, and the upper deck for rail traffic. This crossing was inaugurated on March 25, 1886.

Igreja do Salvador de Ganfei

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Largo do Convento
4930-349, Ganfei

Valença

A three-nave church featuring Romanesque columns, arches, and capitals. It underwent significant alterations in the 18th century, with the replacement of the original Romanesque portal and apse.

Convento Beneditino de Ganfei

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Largo do Convento
4930-355, Ganfei

Valença

A former Benedictine convent, extensively remodeled in the 18th century, featuring Romanesque elements. It consists of three substantial naves with Romanesque roots. In addition to the cloister, it preserves elements belonging to fountains, water features, and water fountains.

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