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Vila do Conde (pronounced [ˈvilɐ ðu ˈkõdɨ] ⓘ, locally [ˈbilɐ ðu ˈkoŋdɨ]; "the Count's Town") is a municipality in the Norte Region of Portugal. The population in 2011 was 79,533, [1] in an area of 149.03 km 2. [2] The urbanized area of Vila do Conde, which includes the parishes of Vila do Conde, Azurara and Árvore, represent ...
The Aqueduct of Santa Clara is the second largest Portuguese aqueduct system. Built between 1626 and 1714, it includes 999 arches stretching for 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) from the spring of Terroso in the municipality of Póvoa de Varzim to the Convent of Santa Clara in the municipality of Vila do Conde.
Monastery of Santa Clara or Convent of Santa Clara in Vila do Conde, Portugal was one of the biggest and richest feminine convents in Portugal, founded in 1318, by Afonso Sanches and his wife, Teresa Martins Telo.
Jul 3, 2019 · The settlement of Vila do Conde has a long history, which can be proven by the tumuli and simple dolmens found in the municipality, dating from about 5000 BC to 3000 BC.
May 28, 2024 · Visit Vila do Conde, a former maritime centre in the north of Portugal famous for its 14th-century convent and lace-making tradition.
Vila do Conde travel guide » The coastal town of Vila do Conde lies at the mouth of the River Ave around 30 km north of Porto. This is a town with two contrasting characters; there is the modern beach town with its apartment blocks and vilas that merges into...
Feb 5, 2023 · Vila do Conde is nestled on Portugal’s northern coast, a hidden gem full of history, culture, and natural beauty. With its cobblestone streets and quaint coastal charm, Vila do Conde offers a unique experience for the adventurous traveler.
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