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Braga Braga (population 160,000) has an historic center with many 18th century houses covered in colorful decorative tile. It was settled in Roman times and in the 12th century was the country's religious capital. Many religious festivals are still held here. An elegant cafe, Cafe Brasileira...

Bom Jesus do Monte, stairs down to Braga.

Bom Jesus do Monte, 18th century church on the hills overlooking Braga.

Entrance to Bom Jesus do Monte where women sell bags of cooked fresh fava beans as a snack.

Sete Fontes - Seven Springs. On the outskirts of Braga, springs used for 18th century water system.

Inside Cafe A Brasileira.

Cafe A Brasileira, coffee and pastries.

Cafe A Brasileira in the center of Braga.

Local hotel.

Shop selling linens and souvenirs.

Closeup of tile on a building.

Se, Braga's 11th century cathedral. Porch is late 15th century.

Even the laundry is colorful!

Arco da Porta Nova - gate to town built in 1512.

We had lunch at a Anjo Verde, a vegetarian restaurant.

Tile covered buildings in the historic center.

Tile covered buildings in the historic center.

Small Roman bridge on the road to Braga.

Wonderful locally made bread.

Nearby bakery.