Castelosaojorge

Castelo de São Jorge

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  • Jan 1, 1147

    Conqueres from the Mours

    In 114, the castle is conquered by D. Afonso Henriques.
  • Mar 20, 1255

    Major Castle during the 13th Century

    Becomes one of the major castles during the period in which the Christians control the Iberian Peninsula
  • Jan 1, 1498

    Recieves Vasco da Gama when he returns from India.

    Recieves Vasco da Gama when he returns from India.
  • Jan 1, 1503

    Stops being used as an official ressidance for the king

    Stops being used as an official ressidance for the king when they move to Praça do Comercio in 1503
  • Suffers from the Lisbon earthquake

    Suffers from the Lisbon earthquake
  • Becomes a monument

    Becomes a monument