Paço dos Duques
From the keep of the castle you can see the four-winged Palace of the Dukes of Bragança. Constructed in the 15th century, it has been heavily restored. Many critics have dismissed the rebuilt structure with contempt. If you're not a purist, however, you might find a guided tour interesting.
Perched on the slope of a hill, the palace possesses an assortment of treasures, including portraits of Catherine of Bragança, who married Charles II of England, the "Merrie Monarch" and lover of Nell Gwynne. There are also copies of the large Pastrana tapestries depicting scenes from the Portuguese wars in North Africa, scabbards and helmets in the armor room, Persian hangings, Indian urns, ceramics, and Chinese porcelains. The chapel opens onto the throne chairs of the duke and duchess; nearby are double-tiered cloisters.
From the keep of the castle you can see the four-winged Palace of the Dukes of Bragança. Constructed in the 15th century, it has been heavily restored. Many critics have dismissed the rebuilt structure with contempt. If you're not a purist, however, you might find a guided tour interesting.
Perched on the slope of a hill, the palace possesses an assortment of treasures, including portraits of Catherine of Bragança, who married Charles II of England, the "Merrie Monarch" and lover of Nell Gwynne. There are also copies of the large Pastrana tapestries depicting scenes from the Portuguese wars in North Africa, scabbards and helmets in the armor room, Persian hangings, Indian urns, ceramics, and Chinese porcelains. The chapel opens onto the throne chairs of the duke and duchess; nearby are double-tiered cloisters.
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