Mirandela Attractions
The attractive little town of Mirandela (Altitude: 250m/820ft) lies on the left bank of the Rio Tua about 70km/44mi southwest of Bragança in one of the most isolated areas of the Portuguese mainland. It has a small, medieval center, but this is being increasingly invaded by new buildings.
Glorious festivals are held in Mirandela in the summertime.
Glorious festivals are held in Mirandela in the summertime.
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Murca, Portugal
(Near Mirandela)
The most prominent sight in Murça is a wild boar carved in granite, which is located on the main street.
Bridges
There was a crossing of the Rio Tua here in Roman times, and the position of the Roman bridge is now occupied by a medieval bridge of 18 arches, 232m/254yd long. Beside it is a modern bridge.
Carrazeda de Ansiaes, Portugal
(Near Mirandela)
It is worth making a trip to Carrazeda de Ansiaes (18km/11mi southwest of Vila Flor). On a hill 4km/2.5mi south of the town lie the ruins of an 11th C. castle which played an important role in the Reconquista. A few remains with the castle walls indicate that there was a settlement here in the Bronze Age. The Romanesque Igreja de Sao Salvador near the entrance to the castle has a splendidlly decorated west door.
Museum of Modern Art
A Museum of Modern Art has recently been housed in the new Culture Center. Some 400 paintings are on display.
Paço dos Távoras
On an eminence in the heart of Mirandela stands the 18th century Paço dos Távoras, with a granite Baroque facade, now the Town Hall.
Vila Flor, Portugal
(Near Mirandela)
About 28km/17mi south of Mirandela is the little country town of Vila Flor (alt. 565m/1,855ft; pop. 2,000), with a handsome 18th C. palace, a Gothic town hall, an azulejo clad parish church and remains of the town walls. A small museum exhibits household items from the first half of the 20th C.
