Penela
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Penela is a municipality situated in the Coimbra District of Portugal, recognized since 1137. The town is known for its well-preserved Penela Castle, initially repopulated and fortified under Sancho I in 1187. Dinis I later ordered the construction of the castle's keep during further renovations.
Statistics
Area
134.80 km²
Population
5,983