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Castelo Branco is a city in the Castelo Branco District of Portugal, located in the central part of Portugal near the Spanish border. It is the most important city in the region, known for its embroidery, olive oil, and cheese production. The area has had significant military and strategic importance throughout history and is now a town full of historical charm, home to the renowned Castelo Branco Polytechnic Institute.
One of the most famous attractions in Castelo Branco is the Garden of the Episcopal Palace, one of the most beautiful Baroque gardens in Portugal. It features terraced gardens, meticulously trimmed trees and shrubs, exquisite flower beds, lively fountains, and a series of luxurious Baroque sculptures including archangels, apostles, evangelists, characters from fables, and statues of Portuguese kings. Nearby is the former Episcopal Palace, now housing the Museum of Francisco Tavares Proença Júnior, with paintings, tapestries, furniture, weapons, and ancient coins from Portuguese artists of the 16th, 18th, and 19th centuries.
Castelo Branco
Reasons to visit: Important city in the Castelo Branco District of Portugal
Continent where the attraction is located: Europe
Country/Region of the attraction: Portugal
Province/State where the attraction is located: Castelo Branco District
City where the attraction is located: Castelo Branco
