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6 Budget-friendly Things to do in Belmonte That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Belmonte, Portugal including Sinagoga de Belmonte, Museu dos Descobrimentos, Castelo de Belmonte, Museu Judaico de Belmonte, Torre de Centum Cellas, Igreja De Santiago E Panteao Dos Cabrais.
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1. Sinagoga de Belmonte
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 103 reviews
Reviewed By manonthemove1812 - Mahwah, United States
Our visit to Belmonte included a stop at the Synagogue where we met several members of the community who seemed genuinely happy to greet visitors to their community. The synagogue is active and has various weekly activities for the Annucim and other Jews of Portugal who want to connect to their heritage. They welcomed us warmly and explained their background and connection to the Sefardic community who were instrumental in helping fund their lovely building. Best to make an appointment before visiting, as building may not be open at all times.
2. Museu dos Descobrimentos
3. Castelo de Belmonte
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 486 reviews
Reviewed By 594alexandrec - Teresopolis, Brazil
A very well conserved castle, in a beautiful village, with a lot of attractions at walking distance from it.
4. Museu Judaico de Belmonte
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4.0 based on 205 reviews
Reviewed By Y4453CCsaras - New York City, United States
This tiny collection is a beautifully curated museum done chronologically as well as thematically. While there are parts that are only in Portuguese, much is also in English and thoughtfully done so that anyone can visit if you are an English speaker. We were privilleged to visit guided by Jose Levy Domingos, whose family treasures make up the majority of the museum collection. The items in the museum collection are Judaica and home goods, books and documents that make up the history of the Jews of Portugal, and tell the arc of the story of the expulsion, the New Christians and all the way up to the current history of the Portugese Jews, as well as the story of the local Jewish community in Belmonte. It is rich, deep and textured, offering a glimpse into personal stories, the scope of what was lost over time, the persecution and the ways in which the Jewish community dealt with that persecution. If you can, find Jose (his full name at gmail.com) and ask him to guide you on a tour of the museum and the entire town. It will not be free, but it will be a priceless insight into a community that is living history.
5. Torre de Centum Cellas
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4.0 based on 112 reviews
The Tower of Centum Cellas (also known as the "Tower of St. Cornelius"), located in the municipality of Belmonte in Portugal, is one of the most enigmatic monuments from the Roman period to be found in the country. These majestic ruins were part of a large Roman pub or guesthouse from the first century AD, situated on the road that linked Augusta Emerita (Merida) to Bracara Augusta (Braga).
Reviewed By 1143dc - London, United Kingdom
No mistery here! This gorgepus ruin has been extensively researched by ethnologists and archaelogists. Built around the beginnings of the Christian Era, it was originally a private residence, then it was rebuilt as a praetorium for Roman officials and troops. The Portuguese kings took over in the XIIth century. The tower is currently undergoing further research and entrance in the site is forbidden. But it is still a must see. Built in Syrian style, the tower is a rare sight in Europe. And still oh so pretty...
6. Igreja De Santiago E Panteao Dos Cabrais
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 88 reviews
