February 13, 2010
Sintra - Castelo dos Mouros
Description:The Castle of the Moors has two walled segments with a total perimeter of 450 metres. The walls at the north segment took advantage of the natural slope of the hill to prevent enemies from approaching the castle. Although much restored, the towers seem to be in their original locations. The wall segment with the entrance of the castle has the best preserved walls, in which the medieval building technique can be fully appreciated.
Also near the entrance is located the Romanesque Church of Saint Peter, which dates from the 12th-13th centuries. The small church has no roof, but the apsebarrel vault is still preserved. The capitals of the main portal and chapel of the apse are decorated with Romanesque vegetable motifs. The area around the church was excavated and revealed the existence of a medieval cemetery with many tombs. with its
Inside the castle precinct, there is a cistern built by the Moors, a large underground chamber to hold water, which was essential in case of a siege.
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