Almendra House or Viscount of Almendra Manor

Category: Civil Architecture > Manor House

District: Guarda > Vila Nova de Foz Côa > Almendra

History and Heritage

, Built as a residence by the Viscounts of Almendra in the 18th century.

, Notable example of Baroque architecture in inland Portugal.

, Classified as a Property of Public Interest since 1977.

Architectural Features

, Two-story palace with well-preserved Baroque style.

, Windows decorated with "rocaille" and a prominent balcony with balusters.

, Coat of arms of the Viscount family above the balcony, with a curved pediment.

Cultural Significance and Location

, Testimony to the experiences of several generations of Portuguese nobles.

, Located in Almendra, Vila Nova de Foz Côa, it is a historical landmark of the region.

, Highlight alongside other monuments such as the Cruzeiro and the Chapel of Nossa Senhora do Campo.

Current Status and Access

, Currently owned by the heirs of Márcia Augusta de Castilho Falcão Mendonça de Morais Sarmento.

, Can be visited externally to appreciate the facade and surrounding gardens.

, Point of interest for tourists interested in local history and architecture.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solar_do_Visconde_de_Almendra

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt