Classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the historic center of Guimarães is a clear example of the preservation of a medieval urban core, in what is now a modern city. Intrinsically linked to the emergence of nationality in the twelfth century, the city is formed by a diverse set of buildings. In the center, you can easily see the bourgeois and noble houses from the 15th to the 19th century and the urban houses with smooth facades built during the 17th and 18th centuries. Of special beauty are the 19th century houses with a Pombaline style and houses covered …

Small rectangular chapel lined with tiles, consisting of two floors. A with the Chapel itself and the bottom with an ancient cave. In one of the walls of the facade is a small blue and white tiled panel depicting the miracle of our Lady of Nazareth. A staircase leads to the basement, tile-lined, with a figurative Panel, with the representation of the miracle, in the vault. The tunnel ripped under the Chapel, is the image of Nossa Senhora da Nazaré, behind iron railing. To emphasize the interior lining of tiles from the 17th and 18th centuries. The Chapel is also …

According to the oral tradition and also in accordance with the Charter of Dom Sancho I, confirmed by Dom Afonso III, it is believed that on this site, located in the foothills Northwest of Larouco, was one of the terms and Padornelos villages. Referred to as Larouquinho or fields, currently the biggest evidence is a cruise on a small granitic outcrop, with an inscription with the date 1767. Is placed diagonally on top of a rock, which has drawn two sinks, one being that's holding the cruise. The local population confirms the existence, at this location, a village, which was …

Islands located northwest of Peniche and Cabo Carvoeiro, they are a granite formation approximately 280 million years old. The largest is Berlenga Grande Island, but the archipelago is made up of a number of other islets surrounding it (Estelas and Farilhões). Being a major nesting and refuge site for seabirds, the reserve is home to a wide variety of species. The only habitable island is Berlenga Grande, with a small fishing neighborhood, a port, the Duque de Bragança Lighthouse, the Fort of São João Baptista, a camping area, and a restaurant. It has been a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve since …

A village that was peopled only in the 10th century, Vilarelhos is located on the left bank of the Vilariça brook. The two manors with coats of arms that once existed here, the house of the Mendonças and the house of the Morgados of Rio Torto, were rather wide. A special note to the village's superb olive oil of this village (among the best in the country) where the inhabitants are farmers and cattle raisers. The craftswork includes iron and basket making. Besides the manors with their coats of arms, the mother church, the chapels of Saint Tomé and of …

Organized by the National Centre of Culture (CNC), this walk allows you to know the history of Lisbon through this decoration art, which is an ancient tradition of our country. From the polychrome of blue and white, from the pattern decorative compositions to the elaborate and figurative assemblage, the glazed tile is an art of simple technical resources, resulting, however, in remarkable aesthetical effects. The purpose of this visit is to recreate the history of this Portuguese traditional art, from the XVI to the XIX centuries, during which you can you can admire the bright interiors and the “reflecting” façades …

The Gentle sea, Hotel in Esposende, is situated on the seafront and has easy access to the beach, inviting guests to a dip in the summer and long walks on the beach in winter. Has 84 rooms and 10 Suites well-equipped rooms, a large outdoor pool and inviting, gym, children's playground. Some rooms have a superb view to the sea, making your stay even more enjoyable. Cávado Balconies restaurant offers national and international cuisine. Case search prices more into account, this three star unit proves to be an excellent choice on a visit to the District of Braga.

Quinta do Castelo is a natural space with over 300 years of history, located on one of the slopes of Castelo da Feira. It is a very well-maintained park, with centuries-old trees, trails, an artificial lake crossed by a bridge, and an artificial grotto of rare beauty reminiscent of Gaudí's art. It is also known for hosting the Perlim Christmas Village, an initiative that, every year around Christmas time, recreates a magical world with hundreds of actors, where children can visit Santa's house, Little Red Riding Hood's grandmother's house, or even climb Jack's beanstalk.

This theme park welcomes children from 3 to 15 years old and their families. It is a city built in small size, but almost real, with more than 60 different professions that take place in replicas of: airport, stadium, theater, shops, police station, fire department, automobile circuit, press, television studio and many others. All activities have the dual mission of educating and entertaining. In addition to being closely monitored by qualified animators, the city also has an RFID location system for children and adults. It is also the ideal place for birthday parties or school visits.

Located in Miranda do Corvo, this park is already a benchmark in promoting the heritage of the Serra da Lousã. It's a recreational, educational, and biological space, with a wildlife area where you can find both existing and extinct wild species from the Serra da Lousã, in spacious but enclosed parks with characteristics very similar to their natural habitat. The same applies to the wild flora, with 88 native species. You can also visit the Educational Farm, the Fruit Tree Maze, the Living Museum of Traditional Arts and Crafts, the Cooperage Museum, the Ecomuseum, and the Chanfana Museum Restaurant.