This is one of the most beautiful Portuguese Romanesque monuments, with an external appearance resembling a fortified church. The current construction began in 1162, during the reign of King Afonso Henriques. It served as the Episcopal See until 1772 and subsequently belonged to the Misericórdia (a charitable institution) until 1778. From 1785 to 1816 it was occupied by the Third Order of Saint Francis, and after that date it became the seat of the parish of São Cristóvão. The main façade features a magnificent portal, formed by arches supported by columns with decorated capitals. The 13th-century cloister was the first …

It initially belonged to the Order of the Temple and passed, in the reign of King Dinis, to the Order of Christ. It is one of the main monuments of national architecture, where all the aesthetic stages, from the 12th to the 18th century, are profusely documented. The Cloister of King João III stands out, the main Cloister of the Convent of Christ, considered the most monumental and beautiful work of the Renaissance, carried out by the architect Diogo de Torralva. Also noteworthy are the Cloister of Washings and the Cloister of King Henrique, which date back to the first …

About 1000 meters southwest of the village of Pitões das Júnias and camouflaged by a dense oak is the town abandoned of Gerez. Traces remain of about 40 houses of quadrangular, built with granite blocks, some crudely equipped. The streets between the houses are also well preserved, and still retain the lajeado. The spacing between the houses is about 3\/4 feet, some retain just over a metre of wall, but you can imagine, without great efforts the architecture of this village. The Oaks are invading gradually the interior of each House, giving this place a rare beauty. Is the Medieval …

O edifício foi, originalmente, o solar da família Figueiredo Abranches, tendo sido mandado construir em 1773 por Teresa Bernarda de Figueiredo Abranches e seu marido Francisco José Pinto de Mendonça, que era Desembargador. Herdeira do Morgado das Obras, por parte de seu pai, a ela se ficou a dever a designação de Casa das Obras, pela qual o imóvel é também conhecido. A casa ficou concluída em 1778, mas nesse ano era já habitada por Luís Bernardo Pinto de Mendonça e Figueiredo e Ana Leonor Nogueira d'Abreu e Abranches, herdeiros dos primeiros proprietários. O brasão que se conserva no tímpano …

The Praça-Forte de Almeida, built during the 17th century, is the main ex-libris of the walled town. From an aerial view, it is possible to accurately identify a huge 12-pointed star surrounding its well-preserved walls, a National Monument since 1910. In Praça-Forte, several historical battles took place, given its proximity to the Spanish border, and here takes place recreations that usually attract a lot of public. The largest recreates the famous explosion of 1810, during the French invasions. Take a good look at the Double Doors of Santo António and São Francisco.

The Vidago Palace Gourmet restaurant offers impeccable service, a letter prepared by chef Rui Paula and an atmosphere that is, in all its fullness, five stars. These are the best guarantees of a memorable meal, in this space who likes to be in his own name: Hall. The background sound of the piano, invites you to enjoy a good glass of wine, which finds in abundance on well composed letter. Scallops with truffle puree, milk veal tenderloin or sea bass with crab migas are alternatives to two tasting menus. In desserts, the highlight goes to the sponge cake or olive …

The restaurant and bar Duets da Sé, in the neighbourhood of Alfama, Lisbon is a space where art and gastronomy meet. The menu is composed of various emblematic snacks and representing the various regions of Portugal, from cheeses to charcuterie, passing by the minnows of horta, the Woodpecker of veal and Sweetbreads. In the main, the line is identical and also inspired by the traditional cuisine, with an emphasis on the cod fillet in a crust of bread and olives with roasted potatoes and turnip greens, and black pork cheek braised in red wine. It also serves a good steak …

Macieira de Alcoba is a typical village at about 18 km from the town of Águeda. Located on the high lands of the Caramulo mountain, between the Águeda river and the Alcofra brook, it includes the traditional Urgueira village (just a little more than 10 inhabitants), the highest villag in the parish. It is located on a rock, with just about 150 inhabitants that are mostly small farmers and shepherds. The 17th century mother church, the Urgueira communal oven and the chapel of Our Lady of Fátima satnd out, as well as the Macieira small dam, the Urgueira Park and …

Considered one of the prettiest gardens in Portugal, the Gardens of the Casa da Ínsua (House of Ínsua) belong to a manor, the House of Ínsua. Its construction was ordered, in the second half of the 18th century, by Luís de Albuquerque de Mello Pereira e Cáceres, governor and captain general of Mato Grosso, in Brazil. The gardens are remarkable for their extension, their originality and the variety of species. They stand out for the rare tall trees (California sequoias, English pine trees, Australian eucaliptus), some of them approximately 200 years old, and mostly for the wide variety of plants …

This is one of the most beautiful city parks in Coimbra, with flowerbeds and leafy trees, dedicated to leisure. The Mondego River forms the backdrop. It features some statuary and a beautiful bandstand by the architect Silva Pinto. On sunny days, there are plenty of activities for all tastes and ages. Electric cars and scooters, inflatable boats, canoes or pedal boats, pedal karts, or a ride on the Barca Serrana (a traditional boat) are some suggestions. If you prefer, go for a run or a bike ride on the four-kilometer path and, to relax, choose one of the terraces overlooking …