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The Castle of Monsaraz, in Alentejo, is located in the parish of Monsaraz, municipality of Reguengos de Monsaraz, district of Évora, in Portugal.

Neighboring the Guadiana River and the modern reflecting pool of the Alqueva Dam, it rises over Mount Monsaraz, dominating the medieval village and the border with Spain. Its military architecture mixes medieval and 17th century elements.

The fortifications and the entire set within the walls of the town of Monsaraz are classified as a National Monument by Decree published on January 2, 1946.

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