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Lisbon Cathedral and Leiria Castle in the New 7 Wonders of Portugal
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Lisbon Cathedral and Leiria Castle in the New 7 Wonders of Portugal

SIC Notícias13 September 2026 at 10:40

The Lisbon Cathedral and Leiria Castle were selected among the new 7 Wonders of Portugal. This distinction recognizes these two monuments as significant examples of Portuguese built heritage.

The theme chosen for this election was historical and contemporary built heritage. The monuments were evaluated across several categories, including History, Great Works, 20th Century Architecture, 21st Century Architecture, Tourism, Castles, and Religion.

The Castles category was one of those included in this competition, in the context of which Leiria Castle was recognized. The participation of the Lisbon Cathedral may have been framed under categories such as History or Religion, given its significance as one of the oldest monuments in the Portuguese capital.

Why this matters

Portuguese readers, especially those from Lisbon and Leiria, can take pride in their national monuments being included in this distinction, which can boost local and regional tourism. The article documents a culturally significant national event that celebrates Portuguese heritage.

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