Casa da Cera da Porta da Vila

Located in the historic center of Guimarães, declared a World Heritage Site in 2001, Casa da Cera da Porta da Vila is located at Rua Rainha D. Maria II, no. 17, within the wall and only 50 meters from the most emblematic places in the city, such as the squares of Toural, Misericórdia and Oliveira and Santiago squares. We offer our guests a free parking space in Camões Park a 5-minute walk from the accommodation. The space As a result of a careful and detailed recovery, this space was designed to meet the needs of today, ensuring a perfect harmony between history and the present. The Porta da Vila was the most important gateway of the various walls that gave access to the interior of the village of Guimarães. It was the noble door through which they entered the city, received with due honor, kings, queens and other individualities. It was through the gate of the village that King João I entered, in 1385, in his pilgrimage to Nossa Senhora Oliveira, in gratitude for the victory achieved at the Battle of Aljubarrota. The Porta da Vila and its tower were demolished at the end of the 18th century.The Casa da Cera da Porta da Vila, whose building occupied Nos. 17,19 and 21 of Rua da Rainha in Guimarães accumulated during the 19th century. 19th to the third quarter of the century. XX, the commercial store functions of various household items and workshop of wax objects. Candles and ex-vows were produced on the top floor of the building. This space was the only testimony of an activity that was once part of the industrial landscape of Guimarães. Guest access Entry to the house is made with a code provided to guests prior to arrival. This duplex apartment has a large living and dining room, beautified by a magnificent skylight, cable TV with international channels, WC service and a fully equipped kitchen (combined, hob, oven, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, electric kettle..) and a picturesque balcony. On the lower floor develops the rest area with two double bedrooms, one of them with closet and full bathroom. Air conditioning in all spaces. Free internet access Registration details 83332/AL