Castelo de Penedono

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Penedono's 14th-century castle, effectively an irregular hexagonal keep crowned by a fairytale crenellation, commands fine views over the Planalto. You can climb to the top, but you'll need a head for heights given the hefty drops and lack of protective barriers.


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