Inserted in the heart of the Sado Estuary Natural Reserve, this space constitutes an extraordinary viewpoint over the Sado Estuary and surrounding areas. It is possible to observe cork oak forests, salt marshes and rice fields where an important community of fauna can be observed, both resident and migratory, and it is also possible to observe fishing activities. Here you can visit an archaeological site from the Roman period that is around 2000 years old, where the area of the probable pottery is defined.

This is a medieval tower with a quadrangular plan, initially part of the estate belonging to the Brandões lineage, which served as a fortified manor house with three floors. It consists only of the ruined structure of the four granite ashlar walls. On the northeast façade, a window extending to its base and corbels where a balcony (a type of wooden structure) would have rested stand out. On the main façade, a round-arched doorway with a lintel stands out. Visits are limited as it is located within the courtyard of a private house.

Iberian pyrite belt belt integrated, that, about 250 km in length and a width which reaches the 40 km, starts at the vale do Sado and extends into the Valley of the Guadalquivir, the Lousal mine was explored between 1900 and 1988, when it closed its extractive activity. Was a farmer in the region, António Manuel, who, in August 1882, requested the Ministry of public works and Mines the degree of discovery of Tomb of Lousal. But it was only from the third decade of the 20th century that the Lousal began to be exploited more intensely. To learn a …

The Salt Mines are located in the Serras D'Aire e Candeeiros Natural Park, 30 kilometers from the sea. The oldest reference to this natural resource dates back to the 12th century, and the use of rock salt is believed to date back to prehistoric times. Given the ease with which rainwater penetrates limestone, the streams eventually become underground. Thanks to one of these currents, the water becomes salty as it passes through the rock salt deposit. After being drawn from the well, it flows to concentrators and from there back to the distribution basin. Then, it flows to the butchers …

Located 50 metres away from Aliados Metro Station in the heart of Porto’s historic city centre, Vera Cruz Hotel offers a rooftop terrace with views across the Aliados Avenue and a 24-hour front desk. The air-conditioned rooms at the Vera Cruz Hotel have double-glazed windows, satellite TV and private bathrooms with luxury amenities. Some rooms have a spacious work desk, and suites have private balconies. Continental breakfast is prepared with local ingredients and can be enjoyed on the rooftop terrace. There are also many restaurants and bars within a few minutes’ walk. By metro, Vera Cruz Hotel is 30 minutes' …

The Hill of Castelo de Tomar has enough attractions to attract any visitor, including the Convent of Christ, a world heritage site, and a jewel of Manueline art. The Castle and its walls are worth a close visit, as is the Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Conceição, from the 16th century and one of the last works by the architect João Castilho. Enveloping the hill area, the National Forest of Sete Montes is the heart of the city and a favorite leisure spot for the people of Tomar. Vast forests that hide secrets and places of great beauty, especially the …

The path begins in a tarmac road that climbs towards the Pico Alto (587 m), the highest peak of Santa Maria. Then follows up a thicket of cater toward the Floor of John Thomas. Here you can see some plants of the Laurissilva forest, such as pau-branco, Heather, uva-da-serra, tamujo, Laurel, among others. More ahead the Barreiro da Faneca, known as "Red Desert of the Azores", because it is composed of reddish clay soils. Already at the end, still time to visit the Furna DAS.

This lovely village has a valuable architectural heritage, with a special note to the church of Our Lady of Conceição, from the 16th century, with a Renaissance portico and, inside, polichrome tiles of the early 17th century and 16th century paintings. A special note to the Church of Misericórdia, with a 16th century portal and 17th century tiles, and to the military poligone that is 3600 metres long and 2000 metres wide as well. Nearby, on a small island of the Tejo river, stands the Castle of Almourol. The Military Museum, The Museum Escola Prática and the Fishermen's Museum are …

The interpretive center of the Geological Tour of Foz do Douro, inaugurated on November 27, 2008, constitutes a space where there are complementary activities at field visits conducted in outdoor route, as the screening of a documentary on the Metamorphic Complex of Foz do Douro and experimental activities, primarily directed to the public schools. This structure was created with the aim to disseminate and promote the science and development of leveraging scientific culture and encouraging, in particular, the taste and interest in the geological sciences, raising public awareness of environmental issues and to the preservation, appreciation and conservation of the …

Herdade do Monte Branco extends over an area of cork oak located in the foothills of the Sierra de Ossa. Offers four houses, two T1, T2 and T4, one equipped with all amenities, but in the traditional setting. You can also live in huge common room, where you can dine, be the fireplace or playing games. Here you will find a rustic atmosphere, with plenty of room for hiking, cycling, enjoy the pool, swim in the dam or picnic along this, visit the animals, go to the garden or simply rest.