Dating back to the mid of XII century, associated with the other eastern fortresses of Trás-os-Montes, it has been an important part of the royal authority statement in this peripheral region, that borders with the kingdom of Léon. Built by Mendo Bofino, at the service of the king Sancho I, the Castle was the political-military centre of the so called “Terra de Miranda” (Land of Miranda).
Location: Vimioso
Location: Vimioso
