In the northern village of Gerês, on top of a small hill, about 1130 meters above sea level, can be found in granite outcrops several tears, which indicate the foundations of a building almost rectangular plant. The pair of these there are still circular fittings on the side of the same rocks, similar to those used on jambs doors for docking of ashlars superiors. On site and under the outcrop there is a simple shelter, where they found small fragments of medieval pottery. At the top there is a sink, of quadrangular shape with 3.80 meters long, 1.5 meters wide …

Dating back to the 16th century, this fortress has undergone several renovations over time. This fortification preserves a strong wall with ravelins and a tower and is traversed by a corridor that continues under the vault of the old tower. The reconstruction that took place in 1960 defaced the site by attempting to restore its false authenticity. In the early 20th century, the Compass Rose was discovered, drawn with stones embedded in the ground, which is believed to be contemporary with Dom Henrique. At the Sagres Fortress, in addition to enjoying the cultural heritage and stunning views over the Mareta …

Located to the southwest of Bragançaand belonging to the Ancient Massif of Trás-os-Montes, this is a branch of the Montesinho mountain. It is 12.5 km long and 10 km wide and has its highest pont at 1319 metres. On the top, we find the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Serra, a privileged belvedere. On its slopes several small rivers are born that have several fish species such as the common trout, the barbel and the eel among others. The fauna is impressively diverse and one should note the presence of wolves, foxes, boars, wild cats several birds and amphibuous. …

Tucked away in a valley not far from Funchal, on a large property in Camara De Lobos, this hotel combines friendly service with a tranquil setting. Housed in a beautifully restored former mansion, Quinta Jardim da Serra impresses with its modern design and large garden. Taste home-made brandy at the bar or rest on a sun lounger next to the indoor pool. The hotel offers a shuttle service from and to Funchal, ensuring you a truly hassle-free stay. Other useful services include car rental, laundry and an on-site ATM. Make use of the free wireless internet and stay in contact …

The permanent exhibition "the Labor of the construction site" develops along a route which follows the stages of intervention on the stone for the production of stonework. Are the older and traditional utensils used by stonemasons in the course of successive operations and also the innovations that have been, leading to its abandonment and replacement by machinery. The images presented in this course documenting practices and techniques that lead to production of stonework and realize the fundamental traits of the evolution of activity in Portugal petraea. The most significant innovations are those that came to emblematizar the industry itself petraea …

The Museum of the regiment of Sappers Firemen is housed in a modern building near the Centro Comercial Colombo. With an area of approximately 7200 m2, spreads over four floors, including a flagship showroom, mezzanine, temporary exhibition room, Auditorium, children's animation space, information centre and reservations. The permanent exhibition occupies an area of 1400 m2 and houses the larger pieces, as older vehicles. The educational service aims to become the Museum of the RSB within open to the community, getting school groups, associative, University students, senior population and others, by appointment via phone or e-mail. For children, organizes activities such …

Começou por ser uma churrasqueira, mas rapidamente foi mais além e hoje é um espaço com todas as mordomias e predicados de um restaurante típico alentejano. Paula Santos não esconde o orgulho de figurar nos primeiros lugares em sites de avaliações de restaurantes. Hoje em dia, os clientes procuram aquela moradia, no meio do campo, para pedirem a sopa de tomate, galinha tostada e coelho no barro. As bochechas e queixadas de porco no forno são dois pratos que também fazem sucesso por aquelas bandas. Uma cliente anunciava em voz alta o resultado da canja de galinha: apuradinha e apaladada.

Raised on the beautiful hillside of Monte Facho, between Óbidos lagoon and the sea, a place blessed by mother nature, this hotel invites us to enjoy one of the most amazing landscapes of the Western region. Allows quick access to the historic spa town of Caldas da Rainha, or the encounter with the village-Museum of obidos, a medieval set single in the country. In the West there are several archaeological sites from prehistoric caves, castros copper age or Roman settlements, Arab castles, aqueducts and Roman bridges, churches and medieval monasteries, 16th century forts or solar panels from the 17th and …

Elected as one of the seven wonders of Portugal, Óbidos is surrounded by a fantastic environment, full of history, legends and secrets. Inserted within the walls, which date back to the 12th century, this was the first pousada to be born of a building with the sort of national monument. In 2012, the Pousada de Óbidos won eight more new rooms, featuring a total of 17 rooms. These rooms are located in a new wing, next to the Castle, offering plenty of natural light, fireplace for those cold days and classical décor, with two of them also has a magnificent …

The Castro de Ribas is a fortified village and proto-history with an area exceeding romanized 2 hectares, being one of the best preserved castros of the country. The complex defensive system consists of four rows of towering walls (with traces of other two), and the first of them reaches a width of 13 meters in the highest zone. In interior wall cloth are two ashlars with engraved ornamentation, decorative motifs consisting of circles and spirals. In the area protected by the fourth line of walls are rectangular and circular dwellings, as well as a mill dug in a rock. The …