Republic Square

The Republic Square is the main square in Braga and connects the old and new city. For tourists, of course, the old part of Braga is of greater interest, because it is here that you can see with your own eyes Gothic buildings of the XVI-XVII centuries. And the Republic Square will be the starting point for exploring historical architecture, all significant buildings are located in close proximity to it.

So, on the square itself there is the first House of Mercy in Portugal built by order of the monarch in 1589, the first floor is decorated with bizarre tiles and columns, and the top of the building is crowned by a crucifix. By the way, in the center of the square is an amazing medieval fountain of the XVI century, which also has a cross. Here, on the square you can admire the town hall of 1502 built.