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2008/03/01

City of BRAGA

Braga is one of the oldest portuguese cities, founded at more than 2000 years in roman domain as "Bracara Augusta", situated in the north of Portugal, capital of district and a large number of habitants.
It´s a city fulled by history and religion. There are many churchs, chapels and religious monuments to visit.

This is Sé of Braga a very important church.




This is a general view of Bom Jesus de Braga, it´s a sanctuary builted in 1776


Bom Jesus

Situated on top of 116 meters of a baroque stairways climb. it is an important tourist attraction




Estádio Municipal de Braga — Arqº Souto Moura / Eng.º Rui Furtado
  • If you like football you can visit Braga Futeball stadium
Braga have university, and in these last years had an increasing comercial development bringing more economic benefits to their habitants

Cavaquinho ou braguinha, instrumento criado pelos Biscainhos.
these are small guitars made by hand. these are some of the "souvenirs" you can take.



Iluminação da Arcada durante as festividades do S. João.

During the year there are some religious celebrations, city is envolved with light and we feel in peace. You must try.







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