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Jan 29, 2025 2 min

Why is it called "Castelo do Queijo"? | MEDIUM

from Portuguese with Joana Hosted by Joana Meireles

The Castelo do Queijo, also called Fort of S. Francisco Xavier, owes its name to the fact that, according to tradition, it was built on top of a rounded granite rock with a similar shape to that of a cheese. Built in the 17th century for coastal defense against pirates from North Africa, the Castelo do Queijo has stone walls, shooting platforms with historical cannons, a drawbridge and a gate with Portuguese weapons. Classified as a Property of Public Interest in 1934, its strategic location allows an exceptional look over the Atlantic Ocean, it is now possible to visit the historical-military museum and enjoy the events and cultural programming that takes place there.

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