Rural property whose history dates back to the 12th century, when it was sold to the order of the temple. Here cross the world stories, past and present, with the day-to-day. Even today there are still traces of different occupations, as the case of a Roman bridge, remains of an olive oil mill of the Mozarabic period, and a church and Chapel built by Capuchos at the beginning of the 16th century. A swimming pool next to the vineyards of the House and walks through the countryside are indicated for those looking for a few days of rest.

In the Restaurante Casa de pasto the Plane, in Ponta Delgada, the doses are between €5,50 and €11 and are sufficient for anyone who likes to eat and even to split. Located in a street without cars, this House with history is highly sought after, especially because of the Esplanade, very nice, almost all year round. Returning to eat, here serves up roasted Octopus, pork loin regional with pineapple, a fresh grilled swordfish steak with lemon sauce, fried chicharinhos and tripe with beans.

The name of the House leaves no room for mistakes. Bacalhoeiro restaurant eat cod. More, the faithful friend is part of every dish served there and here is cooked with skill and imagination. And well, comes as traditionalist, with touches of innovation and daring. The hard part will be choosing between creamy cod with prawns, grilled, Portuguese or with corn bread crust and almonds. Bacalhoeiro restaurant is located in the ribeira de Vila Nova de Gaia, near the River Douro, with a spectacular view over the city of Oporto.

Strong and striking presence, the Templáriso Castle is an emblematic place of the city. Located in a high place, it is worthy of visit, not only for its history but also for the panoramic view it offers, as beautiful as wide. From the primitive castle that dominated the city long ago, there’s not much left today due to continuous works. Built between 1214 and 1230 by the Templar it enclosed a circle of walls and towers. Here you may also visit the Santa Maria do Castelo Church. In its churchyard gathered the Assembly of good-men and the monastic and military …

A group of rural granite houses.

A rural village with granite houses.

A village with schist houses and a chapel.

A village with traditional schist houses.

A recently remodelled agricultural house.

Rural house with Baroque architecture.