Paço Tower

The Paço Tower, locally known as Torre do Paço, stands in the village of Santa Maria de Geraz do Lima in the Alto Minho region in Portugal.

I haven't been able to find any historical information about this tower, except for a mention that it was 'once a prison.' If you have any information, please let me know.

It is built from granite, featuring a rectangular layout, slender crenellations, and an arched entrance on the first floor. Based on this appearance, I would estimate it dates back to around the 14th century. Most likely, it served as the center of a rural estate, controlling agricultural lands and providing both protection and prestige to its owners.

Today, the Paço Tower is a private residence and is not open to the public. It's a nice tower, but I really dislike the white PVC window frames…

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