Top Things to do in Northern Portugal
The 10 Best Monuments & Statues in Northern Portugal, Portugal
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.
Restaurants in Northern Portugal
1. Castle of Arnoia
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4.5 based on 57 reviews
A Romanesque Castle overlooking the ancient land of Basto. It stands out from the landscape as a rocky fortress, with highlight to its keep, the square turret and the cistern. Below, the old town of Basto (currently known as village of Castelo) - with its pillory, audience house and apothecary (pharmacy) - reminds us of the period when this was a busy place due to the road that connected the Sousa to the Tâmega. This castle is part of the Route of the Romanesque.
2. Memorial aos Naufragos
3. Eca de Queiroz Monument
4. Anjo de Portugal
5. Santuario da Senhora da Guia
6. Escultura De Rede De Janet Echelman
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4.5 based on 156 reviews
Reviewed By jdeCarvalho - Torquay, United Kingdom
Great tribute to all the fishermen from Porto, situated on a roundabout by the beach, a impressive piece of artwork. A must see...
7. Monumento Tragedia no Mar
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4.5 based on 169 reviews
Reviewed By MelissaM3078 - London, United Kingdom
This sculpture right on the beach is a must-see. The history behind it is explained and when you see how the artist has depicted the suffering you will be amazed. Incredible!
8. Obelisco da Praia da Memoria
9. Marco Miliario Romano
10. Palacio dos Condes de Anadia
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4.5 based on 105 reviews
The Counts of Anadia Palace is a extraordinary building from the 18th century. This majestic Palace lies on a unique landscape setting in Mangualde, Viseu District. Keeping its originality and its history, it will take us on a tour telling us about extraordinary men and women. The Palace, Garden and Historical Forest visit takes us through its uses and daily life, taste and fashion, exuberance and refinement, reflecting its owners and their times.
Reviewed By joamag - Porto, Portugal
Very interesting place with a lovely guide! Bernardo showed us the place with diligence and a smile.
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