The air whispers with stories of the past, of a time when warriors stood guard on the hilltop. Do you have a thirst for history? Then step closer to the Oldrães, a place where remnants of the past linger. Imagine yourself in the heart of Portugal, in the northern region of Tâmega e Sousa, where Oldrães sits tucked away in the Municipality of Penafiel. This place, though small, holds a secret – the Castro de Monte Mozinho, a testament to the Roman era. In a time long gone, the Romans left their mark, establishing a settlement in the area. The Castro de Monte Mozinho, known as the ‘Cidade Morta’ (Dead City), offers a glimpse of this ancient civilisation. The locals whisper that the hilltop holds the lost souls of Romans, their echoes carried on the wind. Though the place is quiet now, the stories of the past echo through the ruins, reminding you that Oldrães is where history breathes, and whispers its secrets.
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