Óbidos
Óbidos is an authentic fortified village conquered by D. Afonso Henriques, the first king of Portugal. It happened on January 11th, 1148, there starts the Portuguese part of Óbidos history. You can look over highlights of this medieval settlement, watch the work of craftsmen, taste the Ginjinha and other local goods. A traditional ‘Medieval Market’ takes place in Obidos every July. Note, that you need to pay extra cost for taking part in this festival, but you will not be disillusioned.
During two weeks the fortress and the town are full of the spirit of medieval Europe. Numerous entertainers and tradesmen dressed in old-time costumes full the streets. Merchants, peasants, knights, jugglers, paupers, warriors, ladies, priests and craftsmen, horses in colored blankets, heraldic emblems and banners create wonderful atmosphere of the past come alive again.
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