Portugal, Alentejo: Man climbing the steps to the main tower of Mértola Castle

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The castle of Mértola dates of the 10th to 11th century and was built during the islamic period. The actual christian version from 1292 was expanded and built over the moorish castle. It has been the headquarter of the legendary Order of Saint James (Knights of Santiago).

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Size: 6016px × 4016px
Location: Castle of Mértola, Alentejo, Portugal
Photo credit: © Cro Magnon / Alamy / Afripics
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