Classified as a National Monument in 1978, the castle that dominates the Historic Village of Marialva from atop a cliff likely dates back to the 12th or early 13th century, when King Sancho I promoted the settlement of the region. In 1286, King Dinis established one of the many fairs held during his reign there, so the oval shape of the walls surrounding the village, characteristic of the Gothic city perimeter of fortified towns in the Late Middle Ages, likely dates from this period. Although quite ruined, they maintain their original layout, and the three original gates can still be …

The lion House restaurant, housed in a former home of beasts, is located within the walls of the castle of São Jorge. Offering beautiful panoramic views over Lisbon. Aa granite walls, arches and rustic decor denote medieval traces. Chef Miguel Costa signs the letter emphasizes the more traditional flavours of Portuguese cuisine, like cod, the sausage, the queijo da serra or the national sweets.

In the restaurant Cantinho do Cais, in Ribeira Grande, despite the vast letter, is fish sauce makes the delights of visitors. In short, it is a mild stew made with peppers, tomatoes, potatoes and always with three different fish. A mint leaf aromatize the prepared, so rich that arrives for a complete meal. Each serving is € 10. It is worth noting the skill used by employees to take the spine of the fish with the ladle of soup.

Between Tapas restaurant, located in the middle of the central square of Estarreja, could this be a site for lovers of the feijoada. Note in the letter and quickly realizes the reason, once there's feijoada of cuttlefish, sames, búzios and the traditional. But, this space is much more than that. There is dripping down pork cheek with thyme, the famous broad beans with sausages and even a few sweaty Cornrows in red. Everything with prices around the four coins of € 1.

Of existence already referenced from 1105, this church was completely remodeled in the 13th century, on the initiative of d. Mafalda, daughter of Sancho I, acquiring Romanesque moth. In 1668 proceeded to the original ship's demolition to make way for another broader and therefore the only Romanesque elements remaining today are the headboard and the respective transept. Abroad, the frieze of geometric motifs recalls the decoration of the Visigothic, Mozarabic and times while in interior decoration shows the Baroque style. Beside the Bell Tower added in 1820, is a sarcophagus. It was declared a national monument in September 29, 1977.

Revival castle rebuilt in the 20th century, with a circular plan, where traces of medieval fortification remain. The primitive castle was probably built in the 12th century, during the reign of Ling Sancho I, on the ruins of a Lusitanian castro. In the first half of the 20th century, the current castle was built on the initiative of the Parish Council of Folgosinho.

16th century manor where he was born and lived Dona Violante do Canto, current seat of the Sport Clube Lusitânia. Mrs. S.c. Lusitânia. Dona Violante do Canto was an Azorean Aristocrat who distinguished himself as a supporter of António I of Portugal in battle against Philip II of Spain.

The foundation date of this church is uncertain, but it is known that it was rebuilt at the end of the 15th century by Dom Manuel I and completed around 1510. It has three naves defined by pointed arches and is flanked by a bell tower. It is decorated with Manueline motifs and, inside, the pulpit and the vault of the chancel stand out. It was classified as a National Monument in 1910.

A magnificent Jesuit temple, part of the College of the Society of Jesus, whose construction began in 1598. After the expulsion of the Jesuits from Portugal in 1759, it was handed over to the Cathedral Chapter. The main façade, austere yet elegant, is composed of two superimposed sections corresponding to two distinct construction periods: the first section, up to two-thirds of its height, is in the classical style, while the second is in the Baroque style. Inside, noteworthy features include the various Baroque carved altars from the late 17th century, the organs located on the side walls of the chancel, …

This church was probably built on the 15th century and it is composed by a longitudinal plan. It possesses one nave, a narrow and high main chapel, a sacristy and a bell tower. On the inside it stands out the altarpiece in golden carving on the main altar and on the outside for the campanile.