I'm done with MFS RR postcards but I still had these cards from October surprise group of the portuguese RR. This was the last surprise group of this RR. The host changed twice and not many people is interrested in joining the open groups.
In October I've received postcards from Patrícia, Rui and Óscar.
Photo by Milan
Long-eared Owls are lanky owls that often seem to wear a surprised expression thanks to long ear tufts that typically point straight up like exclamation marks. These nocturnal hunters roost in dense foliage, where their camouflage makes them hard to find, and forage over grasslands for small mammals. Long-eared Owls are nimble flyers, with hearing so acute they can snatch prey in complete darkness. In spring and summer, listen for their low, breathy hoots and strange barking calls in the night. - in: https://www.allaboutbirds.org
I've been to Tomar a couple of times but never visited this aqueduct.
The imposing Pegões Aqueduct was built with the aim of providing water to the Convent of Christ. Its building began in 1593, during the reign of King Filipe I of Portugal, and was finished in 1614.
This national monument has close to 6 km of length and is formed by 58 round arches at the highest part, which was built over 16 gothic arches supported by pillars. It reaches 30 metres high.
Enjoy a unique experience by walking at the top of the aqueduct on the platform that accompanies the water gutter. - in: https://turismo.mediotejo.pt
Classified as a National Monument since 1910, the Palace of Giela is a remarkable example of medieval and modern private civic architecture. Its origin, such as the old Castle of Santa Cruz, is profoundly linked to the origin and formation of Valdevez land. When the castle ceased to operate as a strategic point, the building of the "tower-house" of Giela marks a new era for the protection and stately and regal dominion over the area.
The medieval tower and the residential building with “Manueline” windows and a fort entrance is currently visible.
The tower was probably built in mid-14th century. Towards the end of the 15th century and beginning of the 16th, the residence area is built, being completed by 1573. In 1662 the Portuguese artillery causes serious damage to the building by the dismissal of the Spanish General Pantoja. During the 17th and 18th centuries several changes were made to the residential structure, starting from the 19th century a period of decline and abandonment. In 1999 the property is acquired by the local town municipality. - in: http://www.portoenorte.pt
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