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Fortress of Santa Catarina, Portimão — Algarve

History

Fortress of Santa Catarina

Photo: Visit Portimão (visitportimao.com)

Built between 1623 and 1629 to defend the mouth of the Arade River, it features a small chapel inside and offers one of the best views of the river.

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