Igreja de São Miguel do Castelo : R. Conde Dom Henrique 3, 4800-412 Guimarães, Portugal

Legends claim that Portugal's first king, Dom Afonso Henriques the Conqueror, was baptised in the Igreja de São Miguel do Castelo in Guimaraes soon after his birth in 1109. Yet the first documentary record of the church is from 1216. …

So old and authentic. Christian chapel, with Romanesque architecture, dating back to the early 13th century, where the first king of Portugal, Afonso, is believed to have been baptized. Simple stone construction, with floors paved with old …

Igreja de São Miguel do Castelo is a small, historic church with a simple charm. Its stone structure and setting near the castle add to its appeal. While it’s not very elaborate or richly decorated inside, it holds historical significance and is worth a quick visit if you're already exploring the area.