Here you will find a little bit of everything. There are historic villages, thermal springs, mountain communities devoted to design, the world’s largest waves, castles, canals, cherries and wine. In a region so varied – so steeped in history – all visitors can really hope to gather are snapshots; vignettes of life and legacy in a destination that defies definition and seeks to surprise.
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The Douro Valley: could as easily be called the enchanted valley, such is the beauty and magic that its landscapes offer.
Lisbon: is Portugal’s capital and the hub of a multifaceted area that appeals to different tastes and senses.
Madeira: in the middle of the Atlantic, the islands of Madeira and Porto Santo are a haven of natural beauty.
Praça do Comércio: This is one of the most beautiful squares in all Europe, opening southwards onto the huge Tagus estuary.
Alfama: is the oldest and most characterful district of Lisbon.
It is a delightful maze of narrow cobbled streets and traditional houses that meander up a steep hill from the banks of the Rio Tejo up to the São Jorge castle.
25 de Abril Bridge: is a suspension bridge in the city of Lisbon, capital of Portugal, it crosses the river Tejo.
Falesia: This is a huge beach, part of a continuous stretch of sand almost 6 km in length.
Largo do Chiado: is one of the busiest squares in the capital. In its architectural configuration, there are notable landmarks that give life to the Chiado neighbourhood.
Portimão: including the Praia da Rocha resort, is one of the most important cities in the south of Portugal. Situated in the western part of the coast of the Algarve, Portimão is the second largest city of the region and it is also known as the city where some of the best fish dishes are cooked in Portugal.
Baixa: is the most central and renowned neighbourhood in Lisbon. It was completely rebuilt by the Marquis of Pombal after the earthquake that destroyed part of the city in the eighteenth century.
The Torre de Belém: This monument was erected for the purpose of serving both as a gateway to the city of Lisbon and as a defense against possible invasions and attacks from the Tagus.
Alentejo: plains that extend as far as the eye can see start close to the Tagus. While to the north, the pace is set by the green of the flatlands, further south the landscape combines with the sun, the heat and a slower pace of life. This is the Alentejo.
Carvoeiro Beach: With one of the most enchanting towns of the Algarve literally spilling onto the golden sand, Carvoeiro (Portugal) beach is a natural favorite among locals and tourists alike.
Furnas Lake: the stunning Furnas Lake that’s perfectly sized for an afternoon hike– and, if you time your visit to Furnas Lake just right, you might catch the locals taking their steaming hot Cozido stew out of the ground alongside the caldeiras! From thermal pools to mineral springs.
Porto Moniz: The natural swimming pools at Porto Moniz are formed by volcanic lava, naturally filled with crystal-clear sea water.
The Cathedral from Funchal (Sé): has been classified as a National Monument since 1910, and constitutes the main religious building of the Archipelago, and is greatly visited both by the inhabitants and visitors of the city of Funchal.
Porto Côvo: If the archetypal traditional Portuguese fishing village still exists then maybe Porto Côvo is this. Even the name translates as port of the fishing net.
Rocky Beach: One of many great beaches in the area, easy access, with great walks along in either direction. Some great restaurants and beach bars.
Lagoa de Óbidos: The Obidos Lagoon is a coastal lagoon system the longest in the Portuguese coast.
São Jorge Castle: Located on the peak of the São Jorge hill, Lisbon’s highest, is the castle bearing the same name: one of the most iconic symbols of the city.
Lagos: Lagos is a city on the western part of Portugal’s south coast. The city is famous for its stunning beaches with beautiful rocky formations and steep cliffs.
Lisboa Chiado: Lisbon’s most elegant neighborhood is where everyone meets for coffee, shopping, or before a night out in neighboring Bairro Alto.
Estremoz: is one of the “white cities” in Alentejo. You can recognise it from far away for its white houses, spread across a hill.
Sagres: some of the Algarve’s most dramatic scenery, the small, elongated village of Sagres has an end-of-the-world feel, with its sea-carved cliffs high above the frothing ocean strung with wind-whipped fortresses that connect it to Portugal’s rich nautical past.
The Ponte Dom Luís I: is a true icon of the city of Porto and a marvel of 19th century engineering.
Anemona Matosinhos: sculpture is designed to reflect Porto’s and Matosinhos’s seafaring and industrial heritage.
Music Credit – Variações Sobre um tema Melancólico – by Alexandre Bateiras
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