Located at an altitude of 775 metres, in a rather fertile area, surrounded by rocky hills, by the Leomil Mountain. Its architectural heritage includes the18th century mother church, built in granite on the site of a romanesque construction, with a romanesque-bizantine cross inside. A special note to the chapels of Saint Francisco and Saint António, the house of the Caldeira family, the Paços do Concelho building, the crucifix and the Facho belvedere as well. The local craftswork includes linen objects and more.

Folgosinho, located on the north slope of Serra da Estrela, at an altitude of 930 metres, was the county seat until 1836. It is known for having been mentioned in the "Lusíadas", due to Viriato who, according to legend, was born here. It has a rich cultural heritage, highlighting the archaeological site of Outeiro, the medieval walls, the pillory and the church. The population dedicates itself, in its majority, to the pastoralism, being produced in this region the famous cheese of Serra da Estrela.

Belonging to the set attached to the Águas Livres aqueduct, it is an extensive stone aqueduct created to carry water to the Terreiro do Paço de Queluz for the royal stables' consumption. The work was created at the site of two springs: the Gargantada spring and the Pocinho spring, and served several fountains in Queluz. Built by King João V in 1731, it was only finished in the mid-19th century. The main section is 14 kilometers long, eight of which are in the municipality of Amadora.

On a platform next to the River, on an ancient Roman necropolis were still visible a few decades the ruins of a chapel that the tradition called São Sebastião. The construction of the high school and a Sports Pavilion have motivated an archaeological intervention, which in turn led to change the deployment of new equipment. Today, on site, plus a part of the Roman necropolis can be visited, is open to visitors the chapel of St. Sebastian, completely rebuilt, where is exposed the main espolio exhumed.

The Green Park, located in Fontainhas, is a green space with beautiful lawns, ideal to enjoy your holidays or weekends away from the hustle of big cities. Enjoy to play with the kids, catch the afternoon sun or prepare meals outdoors, socialising with friends. Here you will have access to all services of the Park, from the swimming pool, gym, Auditorium, restaurants and market. Enjoy and visit the archaeological site of Coina or moinho da maré de Corroios.

Às portas de Castelo Branco, esta quinta faz um convite permanente para uma visita em família. Os animais são presença permanente e integram os trabalhos diários desta propriedade agrícola. Uma faceta que, certamente, vai fascinar os mais novos que, podem também, com os pais, fazer divertidos piqueniques. No exterior, existe ainda uma piscina e um tanque. A casa senhorial foi devidamente reabilitada para poder servir de unidade de alojamento. Dispõe de cinco quartos, muito confortáveis e bem equipados.

It has been eleven years already that the Paredes parish becomes a true stage for the most diverse art forms. Art, literature, poetry, music, theatre, craftswork and folklore represinte the six parishes of the Sousa Valley, with a program that has been most successful and has brought to Paredes important names of the arts in Portugal, such as Raúl Solnado and Maria João and Mário Laginhas. Conditions are created so as to allow the artists to show their work and, simultaneously, create cultural habits in the populations. The event takes place in the whole town of Paredes but the most …

Imposing, high on the mountain, the 1200 meters of altitude, in a unique recovery by the hand of the Architect Souto Moura, reborn a wonderful Pousada de Portugal. The iconic building of Penhas da Saúde returns with all the sophistication and splendor of other times. With opening the April 1, 2014, Pousada da Serra da Estrela has 92 rooms (including two with spa concept), spa, indoor and outdoor swimming pool, meeting rooms and restaurant. Everything has been studied to the smallest detail so that the new project would save the original building built in the early 20th century.

The Hostel Gaia Porto is the first, and so far only, hostel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Is situated in the historical district, in the Riverside Quay and enjoys a central location and very close to downtown Porto. The building dates from the middle of the last century but was fully recovered. The decor is modern, simple and enjoyable. It also features a beautiful garden overlooking the city. The rooms can be private or shared. Is a great choice for groups on a cultural trip, whether for a romantic weekend in the city of Vila Nova de Gaia and Porto. …

The Aveiro’s Port Authority building is an Art Nouveau fine exemplar. This building, whose first floor was raised in 1830 over the arcades of a mill, is one of the most emblematic of the city and stands up for its superior architectonic quality. In the late XIX a second floor was built to shelter the Escola de Desenho Industrial that worked here until 1918. At this same year it was sold to a particular and that’s when the lateral azulejos panel was placed. Afew years later, in 1925, the building was sold again, this time to the Admiralty. Already in …