This 17th century building is shaped like a four-pointed star, each protected by guardhouses. The vestiges of this defensive fort can be seen on Avenida Doutor Antunes Guimarães, Rampa do Castelo and Rua de Santa Catarina. It began to be built in 1638, but in 1655 it was still not completed. In 1832, during the civil war, it underwent some modifications and, in the 20th century, it was handed over to the Captaincy of the Port of Leixões, which carried out works to house its staff there.

Classified as Property in the public interest is one of the most beautiful cruises. Have a platform in granite, with two steps, plinth, with faces decorated, has at the top inscribed "PASSIO DOMINI NOSTRI JESUS\/\/CERESTI THIS IF F\/MDCCLXXVI". The column ends in composite capital surmounted by a globe crowned by a cross, where stands out the iconography of sculptural representations that there are, on the front face a Pieta and the rear face, facing the chapel of Nossa Senhora da Saúde, the figure of San Antonio with the boy.

Dated from the 1647 it is an André Soares oeuvre. This is a vast construction with one only nave and main chapel both filled in golden carving. The bell ringer tower was constructed between 1724 and 1727 by Master Domingos Matias and afterwards the main chapel was extended in 1746. It stands out the main altarpiece from the main chapel because it is a fine example from the late Mannerist phase, not only due to its conception, but also due to its decoration.

Founded in the 17th century, the former Royal College of Our Lady of Conceição” (Conception) was transformed into a seminary in 1780. This is a mannerist building in Jesuitical style; it serves as an example of the seventeen hundreds art which model was exported by the Jesuits for the missions in all overseas territories. On the lateral chapels one points out the chapel of the Lady of Boa Morte (Good Death) with a marble altar. Recently this building was granted by the Holly See to be the headquarters of the Cathedral and Bishop Palace of Santarém dioceses.

Granitic outcrop worked and transformed into rock altar, consisting of three steps, topped by three more notches in the rock, in the form of "and" lying. On the surface it stands out a rectangular cavity and linear tears. This cavity is interpreted by some authors as being the "foculus". On one side of the altar there is an inscription dedicated to the God Jupiter, mate, Larouco assigned by the soldiers of the Legion VII Gemina. Mention the resemblance to two other nearby shrines, one dedicated to the God Jupiter and another Larouco.

The Monastery of Leça do Balio, already existing in the 10th century, was profoundly altered in the 14th century under the direction of Estêvão Vasques Pimentel. From the 16th century, several interventions by Diogo Pires, the “Moço” stand out. The monastery church, restored in 1930, is one of the most important examples of Gothic architecture in Portugal. In this church took place the marriage of King Dom Fernando and Dona Leonor Teles. It was also the first headquarters of the Military Order of the Hospital.

The campsite of Graves, located in the Vale do Minho, in Vila Nova de Cerveira, is a quiet, quiet space where you can breathe fresh air and enjoy moments of leisure on the edge of the Minho river and the mountain. With family atmosphere, this park will always find suggestions to fill your day, whether through sports activities or outings. Enjoy the charms of art and history in Cerveira, Walks, Ponte de Lima, Paredes de Coura, Valença, with irresistible attractions.

Sanctuary composed of four chapels: Chapel of Saint John (15th century), Chapel of Our Lord of Agony (19th century), Chapel of Our Lady of Mercy (probably 17th century), and Chapel of Our Lord of the Afflicted. These chapels were built one at a time, between the 15th and 19th centuries. Their interiors preserve sculptures, such as the painted limestone one of Saint John the Evangelist and the one of Our Lady of Mercy, the latter of which is often brought out on procession days.

The Adega do Ermitão, in Guimarães, for 40 years under the management of Armindo Monteiro, Guimarães, yolk the Hermit's cellar is a rustic place, very simple, where you expect in line to order and take to the table snacks involved in bakery paper. Stay under rocks, in the Monte da Penha, and gained fame by the unique location and the gastronomic offer: ball of sardines or meat, warm, delicious cod cakes and homemade green broth, just get it out of the pan.

Climbing Portugal's highest point is a unique and unforgettable challenge, not within everyone's reach. It's a demanding route, even for those experienced in hiking. The hike begins on the west side of the mountain at approximately 1,230 meters above sea level, at the Pico Mountain House. After providing your information to the Madalena Municipal Fire Department, you can begin the 1,100-meter ascent, along a 4,700-meter route, with an incline that reaches 40° in some spots. From the 2,351-meter summit of Piquinho, it's possible, if the sky is clear, to observe all the islands of the central group and an immense …