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I thought this was just one church, but it is actually two connected by one of the world's narrowest houses - just 1 metre wide. 

To the left is Carmelitas Church, part of a former 17th century convent with a simple classical façade, a bell tower, and a richly gilded interior. 

To the right is Carmo Church, built later in the 18th century. It is a magnificent example of late baroque architecture with a single nave made up of elegant gilt carvings in seven altars by master Francisco Pereira Campanhã. 
Outside, an extraordinary side wall is completely covered in blue and white tile panels. 

The house that separates the two churches was inhabited until about 20 years ago. It was built due to a law that stated that no two churches could share a wall, while also ensuring chastity between the monks of Carmo and the nuns of Carmelitas.
I thought this was just one church, but it is actually two connected by one of the world's narrowest houses - just 1 metre wide. 

To the left is Carmelitas Church, part of a former 17th century convent with a simple classical façade, a bell tower, and a richly gilded interior. 

To the right is Carmo Church, built later in the 18th century. It is a magnificent example of late baroque architecture with a single nave made up of elegant gilt carvings in seven altars by master Francisco Pereira Campanhã. 
Outside, an extraordinary side wall is completely covered in blue and white tile panels. 

The house that separates the two churches was inhabited until about 20 years ago. It was built due to a law that stated that no two churches could share a wall, while also ensuring chastity between the monks of Carmo and the nuns of Carmelitas.
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"Francesinha" is a Portuguese sandwich originally from Oporto, made with bread, wet-cured ham, linguiça, sausage, steak, egg and covered with melted cheese and a hot thick spicy tomato and beer sauce served with french fries. In the Taberna Belga in Braga is one of the bests I ever tried.

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Vila Gale Collection Braga Hotel

Vila Gale Collection Braga Hotel

4 out of 5
Largo Carlos Amarante 4 Braga Braga
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The price is AED 505 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
AED 505
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23 Mar - 24 Mar
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (565 reviews)
Very interesting property, although finding our way took practice. Great breakfast. Excellent location. Parking and check in were difficult.

Reviewed on 28 February 2026

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Hotel Moon & Sun Braga

Hotel Moon & Sun Braga

4 out of 5
85 Rua dos Capelistas Braga
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The price is AED 318 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
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AED 350 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
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Stay at this hotel in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (278 reviews)
Lovely hotel. Fabulous housekeeping staff. Pedro at the front desk was exceptional. Would have been 5star but breakfast could have been better. While a delightful friendly young woman in the dining area she missed very simple things ie: burners either missing or not lit (cold eggs, sausage, peppers,) ...

Reviewed on 13 February 2026

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INNSiDE By Meliá Braga Centro

INNSiDE By Meliá Braga Centro

4 out of 5
Avenida Central Nº 107 a 117 Braga
The price is AED 560 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
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9 Mar - 10 Mar
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9.6/10 Exceptional! (119 reviews)
Room was great, breakfast very good with a big selection, facilities are excellent, staff very polite and helpful.

Reviewed on 5 March 2026

INNSiDE By Meliá Braga Centro
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Signature Apartments Os Terceiros

Signature Apartments Os Terceiros

4 out of 5
Largo São Francisco Braga Braga
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Braga Heritage Lofts

Braga Heritage Lofts

3 out of 5
Rua Eça de Queirós 98 Braga Braga
Stay at this aparthotel in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (167 reviews)
Always clean, well appointed, and ready for us.

Reviewed on 8 February 2026

Braga Heritage Lofts
House with saltwater pool, tennis court and snooker room

House with saltwater pool, tennis court and snooker room

Godinhaços Braga
Stay at this vacation home in Vila Verde. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a sauna. Popular attractions Oural Swing and Ponte da Barca are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
Great position
Very nice place in a great spot. Owners very hospitable and the facilities all ok. Everything clean enough all in all in all a great stay even though we had some very noisy neighbours for a couple of nights!

Reviewed on 18 October 2013

House with saltwater pool, tennis court and snooker room
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