Fort da Graca is sitting up on the hill of Elvas Portugal, over looking the city. I suppose this is why it was erected, to protect and defend the city. But how amazing was this fort! Star shaped and full of history. You can peruse the fort, the many rooms that comprise the fort, the officers houses, the land of the fort, the governors house, and you can walk the moat around the fort. Just when you think you have seen it all, think you have been in this room...you haven't. Go up to the top...all the way up for the most spectacular views of the surrounding city.
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