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Viana do Castelo travel guide · Praça da República and town centre histórico
Viana do Castelo is located near the mouth of Lima, between a historic center of squares and manor houses and the Atlantic front. Praça da República, the Costume Museum, the Gil Eannes ship and the waterfront form a varied urban visit. The Sanctuary of Santa Luzia is on the hill above the city and requires movement and attention to visibility. Afife Beach is a sea beach selected in the Routes of Portugal.
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Viana do Castelo is located near the mouth of Lima, between a historic center of squares and manor houses and the Atlantic front. Praça da República, the Costume Museum, the Gil Eannes ship and the waterfront form a varied urban visit. The Sanctuary of Santa Luzia is on the hill above the city and requires movement and attention to visibility. Afife Beach is a sea beach selected in the Routes of Portugal.
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