Tourist Attractions in Tras-os-Montes

 
Chief town: Bragança

The rugged mountain province of Trás-os-Montes, or "beyond the mountains", lies in the extreme northeast corner of Portugal, bounded on the north and east by Spain, on the west and southwest by Minho and Douro Litoral, and on the south by Beira Alta. Because of its remoteness Trás-os-Montes has kept many of the old customs and traditions. The famous "romarias", which take place at many locations and which are very popular with visitors, are accompanied by processions in colorful national costume.

Geology

Geologically the province is part of the Spanish Meseta, which here reaches heights of between 1,300m/4,250ft and 1,500m/4,900ft (Serra do Mogadouro), and is fissured by broad tectonic collapse zones.
Barganza Castle.Fortaleza, Braganca
Ruins at Miranda do Douro.Miranda do Douro
Close view of Barganza Castle at night.Fortaleza, Braganca
Trees and ruins at Miranda do Douro.Miranda do Douro
The cliff top town of Miranda do Douro.Miranda do Douro
Braganca Castle at night.Fortaleza, Braganca
Misty street in Braganca.Braganca
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