It constitutes a beautiful example of early Gothic architecture, in the simplicity of the plastic lines that characterized the sobriety of the buildings occupied by the Cistercian Order, evident here in the clean and austere façade. It was commissioned in 1174 by King Afonso Henriques, who donated it to the Order. In addition to the beautiful church of sober architecture, interrupted by a Baroque high altar from 1636, which displays images of St. Benedict and St. Bernard, the monks' wing is preserved, with the sacristy and the Chapter room, a wall of the refectory and the guesthouse building where a …

Being the polychromy and exuberance of the shapes the main features of Baroque, it is not possible to walk through the city without noticing the many baroque buildings the city owns. This architectonic style can be seen in several buildings of civil and religious architecture of Porto. Some of the best examples of this style are the Clérigos Church and Tower, the Misericórdia Church’s façade, Santo Ildefonso Church and The Holly See, being this last one, of Romanic origin, one of the first to suffer baroque changes. From the Clérigos to the Santo Ildefonso Church we can observe a set …

Recipe: Cook two bowls of previously soaked chickpeas over medium-high heat until they are peeled and tender. Remove from heat, strain, and gently purée the grain. Combine the sugar, a cup of water and four lemon peels in a container and let the mix boil. As soon as the mix thickens, add the grain, almond kernels, and cinnamon. Stir occasionally and add lemon juice. The tender dough is then spread with a rolling pin, cut into slices, and filled with the already cold purée. Then the pastries are closed, and the edges are flattened. Fry the azevias in a pan …

Oporto Invictus Hostel is located right in the centre of Oporto. Int the heart of the city's nightlife and tourist atractions, Invictus Hostel is steps away from major metro line, bus and train stations. The Hostel features a multipurpose lounge downstairs where you can either have a drink, listen to music, watch a dvd in our cinema area or just lay back and read a book. All guests have access to a PC with internet and WiFi for laptops, as well as access to a fully equipped new kitchen. During your stay you can also enjoy our breakfast every morning.

Built in 1509 to taste Manueline Casa Melo Alvim is the oldest urban Manor of Viana do Castelo. Completely restored, this Inn offers comfort and harmony with the surrounding space. During this restoration, existed the care to preserve the architectural and cultural wealth, but also in enhancing the details, with the purpose to take the guest to cover different periods of history. The Inn has 20 rooms, all with different decoration, which combines current taste with the memories of the past. This taste extends to the restaurant, to press for the use of products from the region, underscoring its genuine …

The Miramar Hotel & Spa is a charming hotel with a warm atmosphere, where each step is a discovery about the history of Nazareth. It is 700 metres from the beach of Nazaré (10 minutes walk), in a privileged location overlooking the sea. This structure has 40 hotel rooms, including five suites. The hotel houses Sea still Open wineBar restaurant, panoramic swimming pool, leisure area with pool table, TV, computer with internet access for guests. At the Miramar Senses Spa you can enjoy unique sensations of harmony and tranquility, in a space with natural light and views of the Atlantic, …

The Bernardos ' House is located just a few miles from Terras de Bouro and is the ideal offer for younger groups and relaxed. The construction, in traditional masonry, was recovered by the City Council, its owner, due to its historical and cultural interest. Properly adapted and recovered for tourism, the municipality of Terras do Bouro, Casa dos Bernardos offering five apartments of various types. Here, you can see a Hawthorn of 16 meters, the largest in the County, and a beautiful chapel. The natural beauty of the landscape, coupled with quiet, promises days of vacation well spent. The unit …

The Villa Ladybug is a recently refurbished Guest House, located in the first row of Praia da Rocha. Its whitewashed walls, covered with bougainvillea, give welcome. The beach front location is just a few steps from shops, bars and restaurants, as well as the attractions and local sights. Spread over two floors, the four bedrooms of Villa Ladybug are decorated in the style of South, fresh and airy, with an emphasis on comfort and relaxation. The House offers modern comforts, with cable TV and free WiFi service, towels and bed-linen and a beautiful garden where guests can read, relax or …

Quinta de São José dos Montes is inserted into the largest maritime pine forest stains of the Iberian Peninsula, in the region to take. The stunning views from the porch, allows visitors to observe various animals in their natural habitat, as well as farm animals. On the right bank of the albufeira of Castelo do Bode, are the three apartments that make up this Thursday and that are arranged around a courtyard with pool, lounge and dining room and a porch with barbecue for moments of pure leisure and fun in contact with nature. In another area of the farm …

Located in the centre of Caldas da Rainha, a short distance from Óbidos, the new SANA Silver Coast Hotel offers a privileged location, in the centre of Portugal. With 80 rooms and 8 suites, restaurant, bar, café with outdoor terrace and 2 meeting rooms, the newest hotel in Caldas da Rainha will be a reference point in the western centre of Portugal, offering different solutions for accommodation, meetings and events. Fully rebuilt to cater to today’s guest needs, the hotel has maintained the original 19th century façade while its newer interiors and elegant décor recreate the history of a hotel …