Long the home of Portugal’s monarchs, Sintra is a magnificent town of marvelous historic mansions, all set against the backdrop of lush hills. Sintra’s many castles include the Palácio Nacional de Sintra (a main abode of Portuguese royalty until the early 20th century), the hilltop and storybook Palácio da Pena, Quinta de Regaleira (incorporating several architectural styles and with gorgeous surrounding gardens), the Castelo dos Mouros (Moorish Castle), and the Palácio de Monserrate.
Caldas da Rainha (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈkaɫdɐʒ ðɐ ʁɐˈiɲɐ]) is a medium-sized city in western central Portugal in the historical province of Estremadura and the district of Leiria. The city serves as the seat of the larger municipality of the same name and of the Comunidade Intermunicipal do Oeste (OesteCIM, Intermunicipal Community of the West). At the 2011 census, the municipality had a population of 51,729 in an area of 255.69 square kilometres (98.72 sq mi), with 27,378 residing in the city. Although the city itself lies about 10.5 kilometres (6.5 mi) inland, three of the municipality's civil parishes lie on the Atlantic Ocean. Caldas da Rainha is best known for its sulphurous hot springs and ceramic pottery.
Brimming with both history and natural wonder, Northern Portugal is home to Porto, the city that gave the country its name, as well as the important ancient town of Braga. Also here is Peneda-Gerês, Portugal’s only national park, a gorgeous wilderness area of mountains, gorges, water features and wildlife. Many picturesque villages and manor houses dot the countryside. Two areas are UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Alto Douro Wine Region, and the Paleolithic rock art in the Côa Valley.
The Madeira Islands are a stunning archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic — a place of lush greenery and rugged mountains 1,000km from the European mainland. where you can hike in the morning, surf in the afternoon, and finish your day in a fine restaurant where the breathtaking view is complemented by unforgettable Mediterranean or traditional Madeira cuisine.
Discover the best top things to do in Sintra Municipality, Portugal including Dream Photos, Five Historic Photography Studio, UPUP - Parque de Trampolins, Feijao Verde Fun Park Sintra, Pulaki, Troca Tintas Parque Aventura.
Discover the best top things to do in Valenca, Portugal including Fortaleza de Valenca, Marco Miliario Romano, Capela de Misericordia de Valenca do Minho., Paiol do Campo de Marte, Capela de Sao Sebastiao / Capela do Senhor do Encontro.
Discover the best top things to do in Setubal, Portugal including Bike Experience, AzimuthPrecision, Arrabida Stand Up Paddle, Growing Adventure, Troino Centra Station, GoperSports.
Discover the best top things to do in Cinfaes, Portugal including Douro Essential (half Day Private Tour, All Included), Heart Of Douro Valley (full Day Private Tour, All Included), DOURO ADVENTURE - JEEP TOUR (full day private tour, all included), Douro Luxury (Private boat, premium wines with lunch signed by a michelin chef), Full-Day Private Tour of S. Macário Mountain Lost Villages, Footprints of the Shepherd Half-Day Private Tour from Porto, Full-Day Private Tour Towards Marão Mountain with Lunch, Full-Day Private 4x4 Tour em Montemuro - A Serra dos Planaltos, Sparkling Wine Route (full Day Private Tour, All Included), Douro Romance (full Day Private Tour, All Included).
Brimming with both history and natural wonder, Northern Portugal is home to Porto, the city that gave the country its name, as well as the important ancient town of Braga. Also here is Peneda-Gerês, Portugal’s only national park, a gorgeous wilderness area of mountains, gorges, water features and wildlife. Many picturesque villages and manor houses dot the countryside. Two areas are UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Alto Douro Wine Region, and the Paleolithic rock art in the Côa Valley.
Sesimbra (Portuguese pronunciation: [sɨˈzĩbɾɐ]) is a municipality of Portugal, in the Setúbal District, lying at the foothills of the Serra da Arrábida, a mountain range between Setúbal and Sesimbra. Due to its particular position at the Setúbal Bay, near the mouth of the Sado River and its natural harbour, it’s an important fishing town. The population in 2011 was 49,500, in an area of 195.47 km². The present Mayor is Augusto Pólvora.
Discover the best top things to do in Lisbon District, Portugal including Museu Joao Mario, Zazule, Museu de Ceramica de Sacavem, Atelier Natalia Gromicho, Calouste Gulbenkian Museum - Founder's Collection, SOU Movimento e Arte, Travessa da Ermida, Museu Nacional do Azulejo, Museu De Artes Decorativas Portuguesas, Museu Colecao Berardo.
Odemira (Portuguese pronunciation: [oðɨˈmiɾɐ] or [ɔðɨˈmiɾɐ]) is a town and a municipality in Beja District in the Portuguese region of Alentejo. The population in 2011 was 26,066, in an area of 1720.60 km², making it the largest municipality of Portugal by area.
Discover the best top things to do in Viana do Castelo District, Portugal including Alvaredo Church, Ponte Medieval, Fortaleza de Valenca, Espigueiros de Soajo, Ponte de Ponte da Barca, Santuario de Nossa Senhora da Peneda, Torres de Sao Paulo e da Cadeia Velha, Largo de Camoes, Granaries of Lindoso, Lagoas de Bertiandos e S. Pedro de Arcos.
Just four miles from the center of Lisbon, Belem (or Santa Maria de Belem) is best known for Belem Tower (or Torre), a 16th-century fortified lighthouse built to guard the port. This was, after all, the port from which famous Portuguese navigators like Vasco de Gama set off to explore the world. The area is also home to Belem Palace, built in the 16th century by King Manuel and now the official residence of Portugal’s president. Belem is also home to the magnificent Jerónimos Monastery.
Discover the best top things to do in Porto District, Portugal including Porto Augusto's, Pocas Vinhos, Quinta Da Lixa, Casa de Vilacetinho, Quinta de Silvoso, Vasques De Carvalho, Sapateiro - Vineyard & Winery, Quinta das Arcas, Casa Ramos Pinto, Quinta de Santa Cruz.
Castelo de Vide (Portuguese pronunciation: [kɐʃˈtɛlu ðɨ ˈvið(ɨ)]) is a municipality in Portugal, with a population of 3,407 inhabitants in 2011, in an area of 264.91 square kilometres (102.28 sq mi).
Vila Nova de Gaia, or simply Gaia (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈvilɐ ˈnɔvɐ ðɨ ˈɣajɐ]; Proto-Celtic: *Cale) is a city and a municipality in Porto District in Norte Region, Portugal. It is located south of the city of Porto on the other side of the Douro River. The city proper had a population of 178,255 in 2001. The municipality has an area of 168.46 km². and a total population of 302,295 inhabitants (2011), making it the most populous municipality in Norte Region. Gaia together with Porto and 12 other municipalities makes up the commonly designated Porto Metropolitan Area.
Discover the best top things to do in Braga District, Portugal including Braga Food Tour With A Local Guide, Santiago de Compostela: Private Tour with Lunch Included, 3 Wonderful Waterfalls in a Day, Peneda-Gerês National Park - Nature & Tastings -, Braga City Tour Including Transfer to Bom Jesus, Gerês That´s It, Discovering Serra da Cabreira - Hiking Tour, Discovering Sistelo - Hiking Tour, Braga – A Timeless Treasure, Guimarães - The surrounding hills. .
Discover the best top things to do in Sete Cidades, Portugal including Boca do Inferno Viewpoint, Lagoa das Empadadas, Lagoa do Canario, Vista do Rei Miradouro, Lagoa Verde / Lagoa das Sete Cidades, Sao Nicolau Church, Parque da Lagoa das Sete Cidades Shop.
ThingsTodoPost © 2018 - 2024 All rights reserved.