PESTANA hotels in Guimaraes

In 1154 (12th century), D. Afonso Henriques' wife, D. Mafalda, turned the monastery over to the Canons Regular of Saint Augustine. This donation was made in honour of Saint Marinha, patron saint of mothers in labour. It is believed that the donation was made as a gesture of appreciation from the queen for having survived two complicated childbirths. As the patron saint of the coast, D. Jaime, Duke of Bragança, declared the order extinct. In 1537, King D. João III established a school, so that his son D. Duarte (Archbishop Braga) could study here. LOCATION AND DESTINATION Guimarães is a city with medieval roots. Full of history and culture, known as the Berço de Portugal (the Cradle of Portugal), it was recognised as a World Heritage Site in 2001. Visit the Largo de Martins Sarmento and Condessa do Juncal, the streets, the avenues, the Alameda (promenade) and the reconstruction of the Colina da Fundação. If you are looking for a journey full of history and legends, this is certainly the city for you. Take the gondola up to Penha and enjoy the unforgettable panoramic views on the way. Porto International Airport is 53 km away and Braga is 25 km away. The Pousada de Guimarães offers 51 rooms. Of these, 2 are suites, 6 are historic superior rooms and 2 are master suites.