Although the antiquity of the church is evident in the thickness of the walls, clearly visible in the deep cut of the windows, and it is believed to have Romanesque roots, the temple probably only dates from the 14th century. It underwent extensive renovations in the mid-18th century, which gave it the baroque and rococo character it presents today. Inside, with a single nave, the domed and paneled roof, with 66 paintings, and the main chapel ceiling, which is divided into 18 paintings, stand out. The altar features a gilded altarpiece. Tradition says that this church was built by Queen …

This is a Gothic temple from the 14th century, which baroque door and the main chapel enlargement were the result of several reforms performed during the 18th century. On the interior it stands out the main altarpiece with neoclassic influence dated from the ends of the 18th century, the rocaille organ and a seventeen hundreds seating. It used to make part of São Domingos Convent, which was destroyed in the end of the 19th century maintaining the Gothic cloister from the 14th century, classified as a National Monument and which is integrated on the Archaeology Museum from the Sociedade Martins …

The first stone of this building was laid on July 3, 1649, during the reign of King John IV. The new Monastery was built to house the body of Queen Saint Isabel and the Poor Clare nuns from the original Convent of Santa Clara, which was in an advanced state of disrepair. The church, with a single nave, consists of a choir and a chancel. In the lower choir is the original tomb of Queen Saint Isabel, executed by Master Pero in 1330, a work sculpted from a single block of limestone. On the walls, tiles and altarpieces from the …

Restaurant with a curious configuration, where stands out the rusticity of the circular room, surrounded by large glazed walls. Beautiful views over the islands of Pico and Faial, accompanying the good home-cooked meal be expected from budget hotel in wood ovens. Open since 2003 by a Galician who fell in love with the island, features several traditional dishes, a mixture of Azorean cuisine with galega. Among the specialties, especially the fish Cataplana, the Parrilhadas, the Limpets, clams of caldeira de Santo Cristo. Complete with avocado mousse. The restaurant is in the hotel project integrated Mills.

The Theatro Club was commissioned in 1904 by Antonio Lopes, from the architect Moura Coutinho. The architectural style is particularly relevant in Portugal through the decoration of the facades, especially the use of tiles. Inside, the auditorium stands out, profusely decorated with paintings covering the entire ceiling and the wall surrounding the proscenium arch. The Municipal Exhibition Gallery also operates in this building. In addition to individual or thematic exhibitions, it annually hosts an Open Exhibition of Visual Arts in August, aimed at anyone who demonstrates sensitivity or interest in exhibiting their work. It was listed as a Property of …

In the heart of Minho are Caldas da Saúde, open all year round, equipped with the most modern technology alongside an interesting exhibition of the equipment used to carry out cures at the beginning of the century. The first references to the waters of Caldas da Saúde date back to the 10th century, however, the first spa truly worthy of the name was built in 1891, with Manuel Joaquim Marques as the concessionaire. Roman objects were found in the expansion works, around 1915, a sign that the Romans were already taking advantage of this natural wealth. These medicinal waters are …

The residence of the Bishops of Guarda, the Casa da Torre (Tower House), with a stronghold and a farm, plays an important role in the medieval history architecture of this place. The historic centre has an impressive set of cultural heritage, namely the primitive houses, from the 15th to the 18th centuries, the Casa da Câmara (Town Hall House), the Casa das Caras (Houses of Faces), the Casa da Roda (House of the Wheel), a baroque church and several palaces, bridges and chapels. A special note to the well preserved Jewish burough as well. On the cultural level, the working …

A village of moorish origins (who gave it its name), Messejana includes the Delbas village, the Foros of Escanchados and the Foros of Vale de Água. Its architectural heritage is clearly of the Alentejo region. The pillory (classed as a Public Interest Construction), the mother church, the church of Our Lady of Assunção, the castle's ruins (conquered to the moors by Dom Sancho II) and the Convent of Saint Francisco stand out. The local gastronomy includes the açorda à alentejana and the migas, while trhe craftswork is mostly composed of embroideries. Messajana is also famed as a touristic hunting area …

Located in Setúbal, only 30 minutes from Lisbon, the Estalagem do Sado is located in the surrounding area of the Natural Park of Serra da Arrábida, where we can find excellent beaches with transparent waters, among which stand out the Portinho da Arrábida and the Setúbal peninsula. Estalagem do Sado is a high quality venture, designed to exceed the needs of who, at work or play, Setubal visit. The five stars of the unit translate five essential words: comfort, quality, professionalism, personalization and excellence. It offers 66 rooms, bar, restaurant, several meeting rooms and private parking.

Located on a limestone elevation, this castle has a keep dating from the time of Dom Dinis, which stands out for its volume. It was after the reconquest from the Moors that King Dinis had the castle completely remodeled, which had housed the Moors for 400 years. Later, King João I ordered the fortress to be expanded, but the War of Succession and the 1755 earthquake contributed to its state of ruin. On the southeast side there is an elbow-shaped entrance portal and a vaulted tunnel. Next to the castle there are ruins of the Convent of the Dominican Nuns …