Azevedo Tower

The Azevedo Tower, locally known as Torre de Azevedo, stands south of the hamlet of Azevedinho in the Cávado region in Portugal.

The tower was built during the 14th century, most likely under King Afonso IV (1325–1357), as the fortified residence of the influential Azevedo family, one of the oldest noble houses in northern Portugal.

Historically, the Azevedos were vassals of the Portuguese crown, holding lands across the Minho and Lima valleys. During the 15th and 16th centuries, as regional conflicts subsided, the tower lost its military function. Probably in the first quarter of the 16th century, the tower was reconstructed and incorporated into a manor complex, with lower annexes.

By the 18th century, the estate had passed through several noble families, and a Baroque residential wing had been attached to the tower. Even so, it gradually fell into decline. Partial restoration work was carried out on the tower in the 20th century.

Located at the foot of the Facho hill, surrounded by vineyards, this granite tower is square in shape and about 12 meters tall. It is a fine example of the late medieval fortified manor towers common in northern Portugal.

Today, the Azevedo Tower is part of the Quinta de Azevedo estate, a winery. It is not open to the public. A beautiful tower. Another tower, the Gomariz Tower, is not far away.

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