The Castle of Leiria advanced to the final of the "New 7 Wonders of Portugal" contest after obtaining enough votes during the semi-final gala, which took place yesterday. The monument competed against other candidates and managed to secure its passage to the next phase of the contest.
The "New 7 Wonders of Portugal" contest is a competition that aims to elect the seven most emblematic monuments or places in the country. The Castle of Leiria, a historic property of great relevance to the region and to national heritage, managed to stand out among the competitors present at the gala.
The vote was decisive for the Castle of Leiria's ranking, which needed to gather sufficient public support to secure its place in the final. The result represents an important recognition for the monument, which now competes for the title of one of the country's new wonders.
