Almeida

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Almeida is a fortified village and a municipality in the sub-region of Beira Interior Norte and the District of Guarda, Portugal. The town proper has a population of 1,300 people. The municipality population in 2011 was 7,242, in an area of 517.98 square kilometres. It is located in Riba-Côa river valley. The present Mayor is António Baptista Ribeiro, elected by the Social Democratic Party. The municipal holiday is July 2. ()

Alternative names: Area: 199.99 mi²Coordinates: 40°43'30"N, 6°54'19"W

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Almeida – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Castle Fortress of Almeida.

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Castle Fortress of Almeida
4 min walk • The Castle Fortress of Almeida, Portugal, stands as a monumental testament to the country's rich military history and architectural prowess. Constructed in the 12th century and refined over subsequent centuries, this fortification is an impressive example of a star...