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Moorish Castle – From medieval fortress to romantic ruin

How did the Moors live before the conquest of King Afonso Henriques? What was the castle they built at the top of the Sintra hills used for? And what happened to the Moors after the Christian populations settled there? Students of all ages are offered various activities to learn more about this fascinating period in Portugal's history.

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