- The settlement got it's autonomy in 1213 and Pope Innocent II gave it the name of Castelobranco in 1215. Castelo Branco became a city in 1771.
- You are going to spend at least €40, but you will have the freedom to choose your own path, and you will reduce the time needed to reach Castelo Branco.
- Relax in the city’s green spaces and tranquil squares, or enjoy the panoramic views from the belvederes that offer a unique perspective of Castelo Branco.
- The Roman Centum Cellas Tower is one of Castelo Branco’s most intriguing national monuments and can be seen from the 13th century castle of Belmonte.
- District capital, Castelo Branco is one of the largest municipalities in Portugal and the one with the biggest area in the entire Centro Region.
- During the 16th, 17th and 18th Centuries were raised about 400 inquisition processes against naturals or residents of Castelo Branco...
- Castelo Branco, city and concelho (municipality), east-central Portugal. It is located about 10 miles (16 km) north of the Tagus (Tejo) River, where the river...
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- In the nation’s Centro region, Castelo Branco district, the country’s fourth-largest, contains 11 municipalities across 160 parishes.
- Castelo Branco is one of the largest municipalities in the country and capital of district in Central Portugal, with 35,000 inhabitants in its urban perimeter.