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Fort of Saint Francis Xavier
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ChTh
January 8, 2022
Mountain biking
Tower fortress from the 17th century with cannons, built on a prominent rock high above the beach.
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Petra KF
May 10, 2024
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The Forte de São Francisco Xavier is also called the Castelo do Queijo (Cheese Castle). This name refers to the shape of the granite blocks from the rocky coast from which it is built, which have weathered to form rounded cushions or cheese wheels. The fort was built in 1661 and can be visited, but there is an entrance fee.
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Walk for peace
November 1, 2025
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Beautiful old fort with a museum inside. The interplay of old and new in the background is also wonderful.
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