The castle of Portelo\/frontier lift was implemented in a dividing line of country, being most of the lot belonging to Portugal. On the West side are well visible remains of walls, with about 1 meter in height and 0.70 meters wide average; If the defense was natural. The castle was built on rocky hills from the top, where they observe nesting tears the lines of Defense. This castle, such as the Piconha, the de Montalegre, Monforte de Rio Frio and Keys was intended to defend the valleys of the Tâmega and Cávado therefore places open dry streak and difficult frontier …

Manor house chapel, illuminated by a window torn laterally. Topped off by interior façades, cornice with chorus-alto, pulpit and stand on the side of the Gospel. Private Chapel features associated with a solar, with traces of having adossadas constructions right next door, and the door off of cunhal access to chorus-high, sharp verticalism. Main façade, decorated her just enough showing corners apilastrados, frieze and cornice in shot and continuous portal and window decoration, with padded frames and clipped and vegetal elements, all surmounted by stone weapons of the settlor. Chorus-high with the central convex zone, with polychrome carved balustrade, which …

M’Ar De AR Aqueduto is a new 5 star hotel located in the historic center of the city of Évora, right in the heart of the area classified by UNESCO as World Heritage. This hotel is an adaptation of the old Palace of the Sepulveda family, a building of the XV century, whose magnificent chapel and vaulted ceilings were preserved, as well as a set of three Manueline windows in the main façade. This amazing boutique hotel, built according to the concepts of modern architecture and design, offers a 220 m2 Spa, 64 rooms (4 suites and 2 Spa rooms) …

Based on an innovative architectural concept and design of high quality exterior environment, the Suites Alba Resort & Spa is surrounded by greenery and has direct access to the beach. Offers 47 family suites of two bedrooms and three suites Ocean a quarter. Also features a classic decor, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. The resort fills the eyes of those who by there passes. Located on the cliff of Albandeira Beach, the view of the enterprise seems taken by the Atlantic Ocean. Emphasis on the saltwater swimming pool, the restaurant Maximus, well supported in an excellent wine cellar, located in the Cathedral of …

Opened in 1999, the hotel is surrounded by a garden and has an indoor and outdoor swimming pool. Facilities on offer include a foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, a left-luggage office, a library and a concierge desk. Further facilities include a bar (Plaza Bar), a small supermarket, a restaurant (The Three Brothers) à la carte or buffet with children's highchairs, WLAN Internet access, medical assistance, a games room, a mini golf course tennis court and multi-sports field on synthetic turf. You can also use the outdoor car park for your car for free. For younger guests there is a …

Castle built in the 12th century with the aim of becoming the seat of the Knights Templar. Built in a high location, only the walls that surround the citadel, the castle with its keep and the temple with a circular plan remain from the original building. Inside the temple, you can see an octagonal "charola", a Romanesque-style building. D. Henrique built two cloisters and the Palaces. D. Manuel added the Manueline nave, whose portico and Chapter house, with its famous window, are stunning. This castle was built by Gualdim Paes and is part of the offensive-defensive system of the reconquest. …

Recent historical research has brought to light new facts about Croft Port Wine Lodges. The earliest evidence of the company's activity back to the year 1588 confirming thus the Croft as the oldest house producer still in operation. The Croft family played a prominent role in the Port Wine industry and raised the Croft the distinction position that still holds today. Its cellars are open all year round and offer one of the most genuine and traditional visits to the world of Port wine. In addition to a test basis three special category Port wines (€ 5 per person), you …

The São Vicente Thermal Baths, located in Penafiel, next to the Douro River, boast some of the most sulphurous waters in Europe, making them a unique destination for those seeking to combine health and well-being. Here, you can enjoy the therapeutic properties of the thermal water, revitalize your mind and body through the dynamic pool, or simply relax and find harmony and balance in the spa. All this is set within a magnificent wooded and verdant park, with centuries-old trees, where you will find the best-preserved Roman Baths in the country, whose origins date back to 315 AD, as well …

The Museum-Library, named after its donor, opened to the public in 1931. During its adaptation, attention was taken to maintain the atmosphere of an inhabited house, highlighting the interior architecture and its decorative motifs. Here you can appreciate pieces of great artistic and documentary value, including works of art depicting Cascais by Portuguese and foreign artists, Indo-Portuguese ceramics, and an excellent archaeology room. The library, with approximately 2500 rare volumes, is also noteworthy; the most valuable work is an illustrated manuscript of the Chronicle of King Afonso Henriques from 1505, with a colored illustration of 16th-century Lisbon. The garden features …

The Casa de Abbades is situated in the North of Portugal, in the verde Minho region, at the entrance of Peneda-Gerês National Park. Opened its doors in 1979 and is characterized by the art of hospitality in a quiet family environment away from urban centers. Surrounded by sounds and smells unique, offers an unforgettable stay, ideal for rest with the family. Nearby you can enjoy the best traditional fairs that Minho has to offer as well as easy access to all points of interest in the North of Portugal and Galicia. Divided into three distinct spaces: the home of Manel …