22/07/2013

Portugal - Historic Centre of Guimarães

The historic town of Guimarães is associated with the emergence of the Portuguese national identity in the 12th century. An exceptionally well-preserved and authentic example of the evolution of a medieval settlement into a modern town, its rich building typology exemplifies the specific development of Portuguese architecture from the 15th to 19th century through the consistent use of traditional building materials and techniques. 

Date of Inscription: 2001
further Informations: http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1031

Historic Centre of Guimarães

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