Silves Castle is the largest in the Algarve and one of the most notable works of military architecture bequeathed by the Arabs. The structure was composed of several elements: the citadel, the Almedina walls, the Curaçao, the Arrabalde walls, and several moats. The walls are shaped like an irregular polygon, consisting of eleven rectangular towers. The citadel is the most important area, where two cisterns from the original period and the well, called the Moorish Cisterna, can be seen. Archaeological excavations have uncovered a Muslim dwelling, called the "Palácio das Varandas," the residence of the city's lord. The mixture of …

The Rio Maior Salt Pans Ecomuseum is located about 3 km from the city center and nestled in a valley at the foot of the Serra dos Candeeiros, in the heart of the Serras de Aire e Candeeiros Natural Park. Classified as a Property of Public Interest since December 1997, these salt pans are the only inland salt pans in Portugal. The first reference to their existence dates back to 1177, but rock salt is thought to have been used since prehistoric times. Surrounded by vineyards and farmland, they are considered a natural wonder, as the sea is 30 km …

In this arqueossítio, situated in one of the oldest of the old medieval village arteries, is the longest sequence of human occupation of the city of Porto. The Archeological excavations made it possible to observe, in a thickness of more than three feet deep, 20 archaeological layers, which included architectural ruins and objects since the IV-III centuries BC until the present times. Here were first identified with security, traces of the castro proto-history that was at the origin of the urban center, as well as the medieval and Roman occupations that you succeeded. The remains of dwellings and streets from …

The CS Madeira Atlantic Resort & Sea SPA is now VidaMar Resort. Changed the name, but space continues to offer all the conditions that the designation Resort implies. Overlooking the sea and unavoidable presence on the South coast of the island, the hotel is only five minutes from Funchal city centre and 18 km from the international airport of Madeira. Surrounded by a magnificent garden area, the two buildings of contemporary architecture favour the use of natural light in all public areas. Over the Sea stands an Ocean platform where Tower four saltwater outdoor pools, bar, restaurant, terrace, among other …

The Vinum restaurant integrates the imposing and historic caves Grahams, 19TH century. The best of the traditional cuisine of the Douro, Trás-os-Montes, the Minho and the Atlantic Ocean: Samosas de Moura and Apple, grilled Sausage with peppers, grilled fish of lota de Matosinhos and many old cow of Trás-os-Montes are the proposals of the Vinum restaurant, whose kitchen is in charge of Celme Teixeira. These traditional dishes, added a touch of innovation inspired by the most important references of the international cuisine, in order to offer a unique dining experience, as the Tartar Steaks, roast beef, Foie Gras Mi-Cuit or …

Construction of the building began in the 1920s and dragged on for many years. It was finally inaugurated on 24 June, 1957. The work was architecturally inspired in the great communal palaces of northern France and Flanders. The building consists of a basement, six floors and interior patios, occupying an area of ​​2,438 m2. Constructed of granite from the quarries of S. Gens and Fafe, with the remaining materials being: reinforced concrete, marbles of different colours and oak and sucupira woods. In front of the main door and framed by the ramp is the statue of Almeida Garrett, inaugurated in …

This temple is located at the top of Monte Farinha, overlooking Mondim de Basto, at around 990 meters above sea level. Set in a landscape of great beauty and surrounded by the Serra do Alvão mountains, it is a place of reference in terms of history, archaeology, religion and even sport. Devotion to Our Lady of Grace attracts thousands of pilgrims to the sanctuary every year, mainly on its three official festivals: the Ascension, on the last Sunday of May, the centuries-old pilgrimage of Santiago, which is lost in the memory of time, on the 25th of July (already referenced …

The now named Hotel Lusitania Congress & Spa is a modern and very comfortable unit, one of the outputs from the city of Guarda. With contemporary lines, the Hotel Lusitania Congress & Spa offers 63 rooms, simple but equipped with all modern amenities such as air conditioning and heating, guarantee a comfortable stay, even in the coldest days of winter. In addition to an outdoor pool, the hotel also has a gym and an indoor pool with water jets, to a maximum of well-being and relaxation, as well as sauna and gym. Restaurant and bar complete the offer of this …

Classified as a National Monument in 1978, the castle that dominates the Historic Village of Marialva from atop a cliff likely dates back to the 12th or early 13th century, when King Sancho I promoted the settlement of the region. In 1286, King Dinis established one of the many fairs held during his reign there, so the oval shape of the walls surrounding the village, characteristic of the Gothic city perimeter of fortified towns in the Late Middle Ages, likely dates from this period. Although quite ruined, they maintain their original layout, and the three original gates can still be …

It lies between the Douro River to the north and the Paiva River to the south, bordering the city of Lamego. The highest point of the mountain range is called Montemuro, at 1,381 meters above sea level. The entire mountain range is quite steep and steep on practically all sides. The mountain range is populated up to approximately 1,100 meters above sea level, with villages scattered throughout, but almost always near watercourses. The Varosa River (which separates it from the Leomil Mountains) and the Balsemão River originate in this range. The Paiva River separates it from the Arada Mountains. It …