Traditional town houses and architecture around Largo da Misericórdia in the historic center of Guimaraes

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Guimaraes is known as the cradle of Portugal because the first King and founder of Portugal, Afonso I., is said to be born here. The historic center is well preserved and belongs to Unesco World Heritage.

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Location: Largo da Misericórdia, Guimaraes, Minho, Portugal
Photo credit: © Cro Magnon / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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