Porta da Vila (Village Gate), Obidos
The Village Gate stands proudly as the primary gateway to 脫bidos. Its design comprises two staggered gateways, a strategic architectural approach aimed at preventing direct cavalry charges鈥攁 common feature in Portuguese gothic castles.
Nestled between these gateways is a stunning balcony, once an oratory adorned with exquisite blue and white tile panels dating back to 1740. These tiles vividly depict scenes from the Passion of Christ, accompanied by an inscription paying homage to Our Lady of Sorrows, the town's patron saint. The tiles serve as an artistic tribute to 鈥淭he Virgin, Our Lady conceived without original sin.鈥� Adorning the ceiling above these remarkable tiles is a painted depiction of a crown of thorns.
Upon passing through the gate, one is greeted by the main street, Rua Direita, directly ahead, while a set of steps unfolds immediately to the left. For those without vertigo or mobility concerns, ascending these steps initiates a journey offering breathtaking panoramic views of the entire town from atop the walls.
Nestled between these gateways is a stunning balcony, once an oratory adorned with exquisite blue and white tile panels dating back to 1740. These tiles vividly depict scenes from the Passion of Christ, accompanied by an inscription paying homage to Our Lady of Sorrows, the town's patron saint. The tiles serve as an artistic tribute to 鈥淭he Virgin, Our Lady conceived without original sin.鈥� Adorning the ceiling above these remarkable tiles is a painted depiction of a crown of thorns.
Upon passing through the gate, one is greeted by the main street, Rua Direita, directly ahead, while a set of steps unfolds immediately to the left. For those without vertigo or mobility concerns, ascending these steps initiates a journey offering breathtaking panoramic views of the entire town from atop the walls.
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Porta da Vila (Village Gate) on Map
Sight Name: Porta da Vila (Village Gate)
Sight Location: Obidos, Portugal (See walking tours in Obidos)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Obidos, Portugal (See walking tours in Obidos)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Obidos, Portugal
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Obidos Introduction Walking Tour
An enchanting day trip option from Lisbon, the fortified town of 脫bidos, perched gracefully atop a limestone ridge, is one of the premier tourist destinations in central Portugal.
Adding to the town's quaint allure is its illustrious past. 脫bidos grew from a Roman settlement near an elevated escarpment when it was known as "Eburobrittium". Over the centuries, the name evolved... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.7 Km or 0.4 Miles
Adding to the town's quaint allure is its illustrious past. 脫bidos grew from a Roman settlement near an elevated escarpment when it was known as "Eburobrittium". Over the centuries, the name evolved... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.7 Km or 0.4 Miles