Location: Province of Pontevedra
Top Things to do in Province of Pontevedra
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10 Historic Sites in Province of Pontevedra That You Shouldn't Miss
Pontevedra is a province of Spain along the country's Atlantic coast in southwestern Europe. The province forms the southwestern part of the autonomous community of Galicia. It is bordered by the provinces of A Coruña, Lugo, and Ourense, the country of Portugal and the Atlantic Ocean. The official languages of the Pontevedra province are Spanish and Galician. There is a public institution called the Diputación Provincial of Pontevedra (Provincial Council), whose head office is in Pontevedra city, that provides direct services to citizens such as technical, financial and technological support to the councils of the 62 municipalities of the province of Pontevedra.
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1. Ponte De Cernadela
2. Pozo de la Aguada
3. Igreja Paroquial Santa Maria De Tomino
4. Castro's Fortress
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4.5 based on 295 reviews
In 1665, the Castro Fortress was constructed to protect the city from continuous attacks by the British Navy. During that time, the Castro, the San Sebastian Fortress and the city wall were a strong defensive system of the city. This defensive system was not very much effective because it couldn't stop hostile interventions. At present, the fortress has become a famous tourist attraction because of beautiful gardens, open spaces and superb views.
Reviewed By Akumuk - Paignton, United Kingdom
There are a lot of steps if you visit this spectacular fort directly from the town. The lower part of the climb is supported by some ascending escalators. The view from the top is worth the climb. The fort is very historic with its gun mountings and its ambiance of quiet and beauty, which belies its massive military presence over the anchorages and town. In addition the very old settlement dating from 3AD is also worth a view, but it may not be open when you get there. It is clearly visible from the road.
5. Puente del Burgo
6. Pazo de Mugartegui
7. Castro de Santa Trega
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4.5 based on 207 reviews
Reviewed By robdee999 - Marbella, Spain
Being of Celtic heritage made this even more special. You can get right in amongst the stone huts and walled village. Even if the history is not your thing there are amazing views to the Atlantic and across the river to Portugal. Excellent visitor centre at top of the hill with free entrance and plenty of exhibits. Restaurants and cafes at reasonable prices too!
8. Archivo Historico Provincial
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
9. Praza de Ourense
10. Pazo de Oca
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4.0 based on 196 reviews
Those who have written about this architectural monument of stone and plants-dubbed the "Generalife of the North" and "Galician Versailles"-found they needed to compare it to universally known monuments in order to express both the singularity and significance of what is the best preserved of the Galician country estates. Although seemingly exaggerated, the comparison aptly conveys the fact that, although it was built very far from the Court, its design was based on courtly baroque gardens.
Reviewed By Guper563
The gardens are amazing, definitely worth a visit. It costs 6 Euros to enter the gardens, but they are free on Wednesday. We did not visit the castle, it costs 15 Euros and requires a minimum of 5 people. Not sure if you need to book for the castle, for the gardens you just need to use the doorbell at the entrance.
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