Portugal, Minho: Patio of the Duque´s Palace in Guimaraes

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The medieval Duques palace is one of the most interesting buildings in European Cultural Capital 2012 Guimaraes in the North of Portugal. It was built in the 15th century and belonged to the royal line of the Braganca dynasty, which was Portugal´s first dynasty.

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Size: 4287px × 2848px
Location: Paco dos Duques, Guimaraes, Minho, Portugal
Photo credit: © Cro Magnon / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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