Stories and legends of the Jews of Castelo Rodrigo
The presence of Jews in Portuguese territory over the centuries gave origin to a cultural heritage, both material and immaterial, which still today arouses the curiosity of visitors.
When the edict expelling the Jews from Spain was posted (1492), most of them (estimated to be over 100,000) moved to Portugal. About 35,000 of these crossed the border of Vilar Formoso, many of them reinforcing the pre-existing communities at Trancoso, Belmonte, Castelo Rodrigo, and Bragança, among others. Despite the great weight of the clerical power, it was in small villages, such as those of Beira Interior, that the Portuguese Jews managed to live a life with less upheaval, at least until the date of King Manuel I’s edict of expulsion, in 1496.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Theatrical visit to the village of Castelo Rodrigo
- Kosher wine tasting with its unique characteristics
- Moment of sharing and reflection
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Destination
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IncludedStories and legends of the Jews of Castelo RodrigoInsuranceVisit to the Cellar with wine tastingVisits Indicated in the ProgramVisits to museumsMeals included in the program
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Not IncludedTrout fishingHorse ride with trainingWine tasting (3 different wines)Transfer to the archaeological siteBoat tripsJewish GuideGuided visit by a local storytellerTourism Fees (if applicable)AccommodationTransport in Tourism BusAnything that is not specified within our programMonuments personal expensesHotel ExtrasTourism Taxes3 Star Accommodation4 Star Accommodation5 Star AccommodationTourist GuideBreakfast
Visit with a character of that period to the Historical Village of Castelo Rodrigo
Visit and Kosher wine tasting
Lunch
Visit to the Ephraïm Bueno Interpretation Centre (1599-1665)
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