The Convent of San Payo was founded by the Franciscan friar, Gonçalo Marinho, in 1932. After several adversities (the extinction of religious orders and a devastating fire), the convent was abandoned and fell into a state of complete degradation, with its assets disappearing, some looted and others transferred to chapels and churches in the municipality. In the 80s of the 20th century, the building was acquired by the sculptor José Rodrigues who, together with the architect Viana de Lima, completely restored it, taking care to preserve part of its original design. Currently, the convent is the sculptor's residence and workshop, …

The location of the Pine Cliffs resort is only extending over 68 acres of natural beauty on top of an extraordinary cliffs, overlooking the extensive golden sand beach and the crystal-clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The 60 meters above the golden sand and the crystal-clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean, lies the well-known Pine Cliffs golf course. This is one of the most unique golf courses in the country, built in the middle of a pine forest, with fairways lined by trees that extend parallel to the Atlantic Ocean, providing all who visit, breathtaking views. The main concern of …

The Monte da Galrixa, situated in the immediate vicinity of the village of São Teotónio, in Alentejo Coast Natural Park, preserves the traditional Alentejo dwellings moth, combined harmoniously with current requirements and comfort. Inserted in an agricultural property with 170,000 m2 where it preserves the natural environment and where the Cork oak and pine trees, grow the typical grain, wheat and maize, take care of the orchard and vegetable garden, sheep, chickens, ducks and rabbits, providing guests with a hearty conviviality with rural life. Offers ten apartments and three double rooms, all featuring heating, wireless internet, outdoor terrace, seating area …

The Science Museum of the University of Coimbra, located in the refurbished building of "Lab Chimico", of neoclassical style, is an interactive space that seeks to make known the science the public of all ages, from the collections of scientific instruments at the University of Coimbra. Waiting for you are many objects which tell different stories and curious, stories that will awaken in them the desire to learn even more. With the help of a team of highly qualified monitors, will be able to discover the exhibitions and original and creative educational activities that help meet the science in a …

A Biblioteca Municipal encontra-se aberta ao público desde 2000, resultando da remodelação do antigo edifício dos Paços do Concelho. A adaptação do edifício para Biblioteca Municipal exigiu da Autarquia um grande investimento que permitiu preservar as características originais do edifício, adaptando-o às novas funcionalidades. O resultado é um espaço atractivo, com modernos equipamentos e muito funcional. A biblioteca encontra-se dividida em secções bem identificadas. No rés-do-chão existem duas salas: a Sala da Hora do Conto, onde as crianças podem visionar vídeos e DVD’s de histórias infantis, podem também fazer jogos e diversas actividades; a Sala Infanto-Juvenil, com um grande acervo …

The Natural Park of Sintra is the framing of this path suspended between the sea and the hills of Portugal's most romantic and regarded by professionals as one of the best in the European circuit. Whimsical framed by boulders that form the serra de Sintra, source of inspiration for Lord Byron, who called it "Glorious Eden", the Atlantic field is a fabulous 18-hole course situated 20 minutes from Lisbon. Robert Trent Jones II designed it in such a way as to combine, optimally, the irregularity of the terrain with perspectives of landscape of mountains and surrounding sea. The holes 6 …

At the crossroads of historic villages with the landscape of Castelo Rodrigo, a holiday destination in the more intimate conviviality with the nature and customs of Beira Interior. It's called House of wells and retrieving all raiana surroundings, combines tradition with the most modern design and convenience concerns. Ten rooms, with motifs of local flora reproduce as many fruits of the region. Mulberry, chestnut, cherry and hazelnut, among others, are the scenarios chosen for the intimate decor that let to tourists the option between different custom environments. In contiguous spaces, with touches of schist and granite, a heated outdoor swimming …

The Hotel Mestre de Avis – Master of Avis, is one of the best situated hotels of Guimarães. Located in the city center and being part of the world heritage of UNESCO with its Toural, which is the main square as well as the most idylllic spot of the city and by car only five minutes away from the motorway. The hotel, located in a historical building, was found in 1998. It has a total of 16 rooms on 3 floors, offering its guests a pleasant stay to a very accessible price. By car or even on foot you can …

Is a restaurant with a young environment, where the menu deals with Italian seasonings and flavors. The suggestions fall especially on folders such as the linguini con le vongole with clams, spaghetti or penne with lemon prawns. The porcini mushroom risotto is one of the most popular dishes and pizzas the caprese with Parma ham and mozzarella fresca makes success among customers. For input ask carpacio specialties of Eggplant, tuna or salmon. The desserts are all homemade and recommended, in particular, the tiramisu, Apple Pie, cheesecake and the Panna cotta. The Al Fresco existed for nine years and is located …

A cultural itinerary encompassing locations visited by the writer Camilo Castelo Branco in Ribeira de Pena or mentioned by him in his literary works. There are seven: the Ponte de Cavês (mentioned in the short story "Como ela o amava" and the play "O Lobisomem"), the village of Friúme (where the writer lived between 1840 and 1842), the Parish Church of Salvador (where he married Joaquina Pereira de França at the age of 16 in 1841), the Chapel of Our Lady of Guia (mentioned in the work "Doze Casamentos Felizes"), the Chapel of Granja Velha (where the writer learned from …