Penela

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Penela

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

Location