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Castelo de São Jorge crowns the highest hill in Lisbon's historic centre, offering sweeping 360° views over the Alfama rooftops, the Tagus estuary, and the 25 de Abril Bridge. Within its walls lie medieval ramparts, excavated Moorish-era remains, and peacock-filled gardens.
Fortified since at least the 6th century BC, the hilltop was held by Visigoths, Moors (711), and crusaders. Afonso Henriques captured it in 1147 during the Siege of Lisbon. It served as the royal palace until the 16th century.