Garden unequalled in Portugal, the visit to this ex-libris is essential. The Paço Garden, annexed to the former bishop’s palace, was sent to build by the Guarda bishop, Dom João de Mendonça, in 1725. The beautiful baroque garden has various lakes, cascades, water spouts, staircases and statues. The Kings Staircase immortalizes all the Portuguese kings in granite, from Dom Afonso Henriques to the King Dom José I. Among the box appear symbolic statues from which stand out the four Men’s ultimate purposes, the cardial virtues, the theological virtues, the signs of the zodiac, the five parts of the world, the …

All the preserved villages at Armamar are part of a recovery project of the Rural Centre of São Martinho das Chãs. The village of São Martinho das Chãs is quite well recovered, both regarding the houses and the streets, with a perfect preservation of its rustic traits. In the village, one may visit the 13th century church, the Mother Church. From the campanile one has the most beautiful views.

A circular pedestrian trail where one may visit the Fraga do Cucu, that brings to mind the image of a bird standing on a rock, the Cortelhos bridge, the alto das Barreiras, where the population took refug during the French invasions. It also passes by a unique nature built place, where the rocks sculpt curious ffects on the water. It is recommended that one takes this trail in the springtime of in the fall.

With this course you will learn more about the Sierra de s. Miguel and what this guard. Starts at the Foot of the Sierra (where should visit the Chiesa Madre (mother church) and the type of houses), takes place in several natural viewpoints and the gastronomy is proof required. Drink some water in Vinagra sources and look at the chimneys of the houses. An estimated 3:0 are sufficient to make a route of 9.2 kilometers.

This street that was, for a long time, the goldsmith street, was built in the XVI century, by order of the King Dom Manuel I. Nowadays this street is worthy of a visit not because of the goldsmith's shops windows but because of the buildings that keep the characteristics of other times, namely the iron balconies. It is on this street that you’ll find the Misericóridia Church, dated from the XVI century and rebuilt from 1748 on, according to Nicolau Nasoni’s proposal.

Some say it's more charming in winter because of the added beauty the snow provides, but there are plenty of reasons to visit during the warmer months as well. Starting with the protected area of ​​the Serra da Estrela Natural Park, with its rich fauna and flora, and ending at Torre, the highest point in mainland Portugal. There's much to explore on foot or by car. Another unmissable highlight is Serra da Estrela cheese.

The Casa do Vale das Hortas was once one of the largest weaving centres in the municipality of Alcoutim, being today a pleasant cottage. Offers six rooms, all including bathroom and three common rooms, with fireplace and a cosy bar. The House is still equipped with traditional algarvian cuisine and a salt-water pool. There is still room for cycling, hiking, making small or even visit the garden of the House.

Pousada simple and familiar, especially targeted to the younger ones, in the mining village of Cabeço do Pião. The House was built in 1934, running as a mess hall, where dozens of employees of mines. Offers four bedrooms, kitchen, lounge and toy library. From here, you can visit the old mines would wash the Panasqueira, some villages of shale and the Paleolithic cave figures do Zêzere.

It is the second-highest peak on the island of Madeira, with an altitude of 1818 meters. It offers a magnificent view and, when the weather is good, you can see the neighboring island of Porto Santo. It has an inn, a restaurant and a souvenir shop and is one of the most visited peaks on the island due to good access and the trails that connect it to Pico das Torres and Pico Ruivo, which are very well-prepared and signposted.

To know this city, start by Praça Luís de Camões, also known as old square. From this heart of the city, located right next to the Cathedral, set off to discover the funny alleys filled with interesting monuments. Highlight to the Cathedral, the Castle and the old Episcopal Palace. Also be sure to visit the famous tiles from Vilar Formoso, about fifty panels by João Alves de Sá.