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Castelo de Monsaraz

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Castelo de Monsaraz is a castle in Reguengos de Monsaraz, Portugal. It is classified as a National Monument. The construction works began after the Christian reconquest and extended for several reigns. Looking to increase the population and its defense, King D. Afonso III began the construction of the new alcazar and its five square towers.

Adapted from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA). Photography via Wikimedia Commons.

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