Chaves is a town in Portugal, located in the Vila Real district, in the Norte region, in the Alto Trás-os-Montes subregion, on the Tâmega River. It is the seat of the municipality of the same name. One of Chaves’s main attractions is its rich history, reflected in its well-preserved medieval quarter. Strolling through its narrow streets, visitors can admire the ancient walls and beautiful architecture, transporting them to another era. Chaves Castle, with its impressive structure and panoramic views of the city, is a must-see for history buffs.
*Weather and travel time. Popularity among visitors. August is the most popular month for visitors. Many people also choose to visit in July. Average temperatures in °C. The highest temperatures occur in June, July, August, and September. January and February are the coldest.
*Regional dishes 1. Pão de Chaves- Chaves Bread 2. Presunto de Chaves- Chaves Ham (photo)
*Chaves Castle is a medieval castle located in the parish of Santa Maria Maior, in the municipality of Chaves, in the district of Vila Real. It is classified as a National Monument.
* Trajan’s Bridge is a Roman bridge located in the civil parish of Santa Maria Maior, in the municipality of Chaves in the Portuguese northern subregion of Terras de Trás-os-Montes.
*Specialized museum. Aquae Flaviae, the capital of a historic diocese in Portugal, established around 350 and abolished around 711. Today, it is the town of Chaves in the Vila Real district. Currently a Catholic titular bishopric.
*A popular castle in the area, Bragança Castle is a well-preserved medieval castle located in the historic center of Bragança, in the Bragança District, Portugal. The castle is remarkably well-preserved. It has undergone a turbulent history, from the occupation during the Moorish era to the destruction and reconstruction that accompanied the Christian reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula. Today, it is a Portuguese historical monument.
