Landmark
Padrão do Salado
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Padrão do Salado is a Gothic stone monument erected in the mid-14th century to commemorate the Christian victory at the Battle of Salado (1340) against the Moors. It stands in the Largo da Oliveira, a square in Guimarães' historic center, near the Church of Nossa Senhora da Oliveira. The monument consists of a slender pillar topped by a cross and a small canopy, with carved shields and decorative elements. It is a rare surviving example of a medieval commemorative pillar and a symbol of the city's historical importance.
Don't miss
- Admire the Gothic canopy and carved shields on the pillar
- See the monument in its historic setting at Largo da Oliveira
- Combine with a visit to the nearby Church of Nossa Senhora da Oliveira
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Padrão do Salado
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inPrivate Airport Transfer: Porto (24/7 Mercedes VIP Service)4.7★ · 43 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$23 per personSee dates →
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