It is located in the northeastern tip of Portugal, in an area of environmental excellence declared by UNESCO as the Iberian Plateau Transboundary Biosphere Reserve. The castle, whose wall draws a peculiar heart-shaped silhouette, stands out in the urban landscape. Other National Monuments can also be found here: the notable Domus Municipalis and the pillory. According to tradition, Prince Pedro and his lover Inês de Castro, protagonists of the most tragic love story in Portugal, secretly married here. Founded in the 15th century, the House of Bragança reached the throne in 1640, leading the last and longest reigning dynasty in Portugal. Making use of modern and attractive municipal spaces and facilities, Bragança honors its people and traditions with an extensive and diverse cultural program. On the path to sustainability, it considers itself an eco-city, included in the network of smart cities. An integral part of Miguel Torga’s Wonderful Kingdom, its motto is ‘Bragança, a territory to conquer!’