Of Portugal, Dinis I The Farmer b. October 9, 1261 d. January 7, 1325 Portugese Monarch. He reigned as King of Portugal from 1279 to 1325. He was the son of king Afonso III of Portugal and his queen Beatrice of Castile.As heir to the throne prince Dinis was summoned by his father to share government responsibilities. At the time of his accession to the throne, Portugal was in diplomatic conflict with the Catholic Church. Dinis signed a favouring agreement with the pope, and agreed to protect the Church's interests in Portugal. Due to this, he granted asylum to...[Read More] (Bio by: Benny Chordt Hansen) Mosteiro de Odivelas, Odivelas, Lisboa, Portugal