Saint Philip's Castle is situated on top of the hill. It was built at the end of the 16th century to protect the coastal area. The castle is notable for its unusual architecture. It has the form of a star. Its first major reconstruction took place in the 18th century. In 1969, the historical building was badly damaged by an earthquake and was completely restored only ten years later. Today, it houses a luxurious hotel. Absolutely everyone can spend a few days there. Miniature St. Julian church of the 13th century is also a great place to visit. Local fishermen spearheaded the construction of the church. It was their donations that helped to build a religious monument. Over the years, the church has been rebuilt several times. At present, its external appearance and interior design combine elements of different styles. The ancient wooden floor is one of the most unusual elements of its design. Ancient tiles also preserved there. Fonseca historic vineyard, located in the vicinity of the city, will be of interest to even those who are indifferent to alcoholic beverages. The opening of the winery was held in 1834. The process of brand wine production has not changed from then on. Today, the plant is open for excursions. Its visitors can see old equipment, barrels for aging wine, and even taste the best varieties. Bocage Square is a popular walking place among tourists. It is located in the very heart of the city. The name was given to the historical square in honor of the
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The majority of landmarks are located in the capital of the country - Lisbon and its suburbs. For more than 700 years Saint George's Castle, which is located on a high hill, has been the main symbol of the city. Starting from the 13th century it was used as a royal palace, nowadays one of its towers hosts an archive with important documents of the country level. Approximately one third of the castle was destroyed during the earthquake in 1755, so only the main wall and a couple of towers have survived until our days. Mosteiro dos Jerónimos is not only a famous religious landmark, but also an important historical object. Many famous guests visited the monastery in the past, for example, Vasco da Gama, who prayed there before his famous travel to India. After the return of the famous explorer a church dedicated to Virgin Mary was built near the monastery. Mosteiro dos Jerónimos is also the place of the burial of the royal family, and one of the monastery's buildings has been turned into marine and archaeological museums.
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