Castle of Alvor
The Castle of Alvor is a medieval castle in the civil parish of Alvor, in the Portuguese district of Faro: considered to be a significant military monument associated with the nearby Castle of Silves.
| Castle of Alvor | |
|---|---|
Castelo de Alvor | |
| Faro, Algarve, Algarve in Portugal | |
The cosmetic remains of the Castle of Alvor, alongside the children's playground in the parish of the same name | |
| Coordinates | 37°7′45.36″N 8°35′37.09″W |
| Type | Castle |
| Site information | |
| Owner | Portuguese Republic |
| Open to the public | Public |
| Site history | |
| Built | 7th century B.C.E. |
| Materials | Masonry |
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