Myths and Legends

“Promontorium Saacrum” in Sagres?

“Promontorium Saacrum” in Sagres?

There is no certainty about what would be the exact location of this “sacred promontory” that permeated much of history of the fort, but it is possible to identify, in general, an area that would extend from the tip of Misericórdia in Arrifana, comprising the Cabo of  Saint Vincent and the Ponta de Sagres. This […]

Aljezur Castle, The legend of Mareares

Aljezur Castle, The legend of Mareares

The legend of Mareares A local tradition falls in the realm of legend episode of Castle conquest by the Christians: Aware of the privileged position of the castle and the close watch kept by the Moors, Paio Peres Correia, some Portuguese dispatched scouts to test the waters and the habits of the population of the […]

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