Forte de São Brás
Fort built in the 16th century on the site of Cimo da Rocha to defend the town during the Philippine reign. It consists of a small bastion and the Command House and Troop Barracks. Inside, there is the chapel of Our Lady of Conception and an obelisk in honor of Commander Carvalho Araújo.
- Castles & Fortresses
- True
Characteristics
Monuments near Forte de São Brás
Casa do Padre Manuel
Building single-storey rectangular plant, located in the historic centre of Vila do Porto. It was built in the 17th century and refurbished in the 18th century.
Convento e Igreja de São Francisco / Edifício da Câmara Municipal de Vila do Porto
Dating back to 1607, this convent was sacked by pirates in 1616 and in 1675. It was then rebuilt in 1725 on the initiative of Friar Agostinho de San Francisco,…
