Guimaraes Castle Braga is today’s picture of the week, from Northern Portugal.

This bold imposing structure is open to the public, and the high walkway around the castle walls is true to it’s original design. There are no handrails to protect you from dropping into the central courtyard – but it does have great views across to the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza.

More photos from my time visiting Braga and Guimaraes Castle to come!

Copyright Peter Parkorr 2013

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