Silves Castle

Silves Castle

This is the finest example of a Moorish castle that Portugal has to offer! It was originally built during the Roman times, however, it was when the Moors held the Algarve region throughout the 8th to the 13th centuries that this castle was really transformed! It was declared a National Monument in 1910. This castle … Read more

Silves Portugal

Silves Portugal

On a perfect day on the Algarve coast, Silves is a charming medieval town of citrus groves and vineyards. The city experienced its heyday in Moorish times, when it was the capital of the region. The castle on the top of the hill is a monument to Islamic rule of the 13th century. It has … Read more