This village is located on the northern slope of the Colcurrinho hill (at an altitude between 400 and 500 metres), with the Alcovo river in the background. It was already inhabited in the pre-roman epoch, as proven by the ruins of a Portuguese-roman castro (a celtic village) nearby. The parish was created in 1543 by the bishop of Coimbra, Dom Jorge de Almeida. The rural granit houses are extremely picturesque. The architctural heritage includes the mother church (18th century), the fountain's crucifix, the sanctuary of Our Lady of Preces (Prayers) - Located on the Colcorrinho Hill, at an altitude of …

Located on high ground, close to the river and the Odivelas dam, the village of Alvito is one of the most beautiful and oldest in Alentejo. Remains from the Neolithic period have been found and several Roman artefacts were found. Suevi, Visigoths and Muslims also passed through these parts. The architectural heritage is extremely rich. The castle (dating from 1481), the Santa Luzia chapel and the main church are considered national monuments. Also noteworthy are the museum of sacred art, the library, the hermitage of Santa Luzia, the pillory and the Águas dos Peixes manor house. It has an equestrian …

Situated on a hillside overlooking the Zêzere River, eighteen kilometers from the municipal seat, Pedrógão Pequeno is an ancient settlement, with some evidence of Roman civilization still remaining. It was once the county seat (granted in 1513 by King Manuel I) under the name of Pedrógão do Crato. In 1834, the municipality was dissolved and integrated into Sertã. Fragments of the pillory (classified as a National Monument) still remain. The Manueline-style church, composed of two large naves, dates from the 17th century. Also, noteworthy are the Chapel of Our Lady of Confidence, the Church of Mercy, the cross at the …

House dating from the late 19th century, having been one of the first hostels in Peniche. Usually receive temporary travelers, mostly youths, given to affordability, with the advantage of being only 10 minutes walk from the beach. Room so guests can prepare their own meals and comfortable facilities and friendly to anyone looking for a good night's sleep. The space includes a kitchen for guests to take care of your meals and also able to wash their clothes. Offers free Internet 12:0 am and rent surfboards and bicycles so you can enjoy the outdoor space. In addition to the proximity …

The Club was born February 20, 1885 Bonjardim, founded by a group of men linked to the most important families of the village, among which was the Comendador Libanius Vaz Serra, Rufino Victory Matos, António Correia da Silva José António Silva or Serra. The Theatro Bom Jardim (name adopted in the early days) was inaugurated on April 17, 1892, Easter Sunday. This House was later renamed Teatro Taborda, in 1899. Adjacent to this building, there is a garden, built in 1942, in which you can carry out cultural events, as well as various sporting activities, plus a playground and several …

In the Minho Coast, 3 km from the Centre of Esposende, is located the Quinta da Barca flanked by the right bank of the Cávado River and surrounded by the green of pine forests and extensive leisure areas, an invitation to forget the daily stress and recover energies of troubled days. With a framework of excellence that focuses on panoramic River, the circuit guides a housing area and has 9 holes, being five 3 pair 4 pair and four, for a total of 62 over Par 2,012 meters. Despite his mild stroke, this golf course requires game strategy and includes …

The Ducal Palace was begun in 1501 by the 4th Duke of Braganza, Jaime, and until 1640 was residence of the noble family of the Kingdom's largest. With the Ascension to the throne of the 8th Duke, d. João, the building is only used sporadically until the 19th century. D. Carlos comes to Vila Viçosa frequently and, after the Republic, the last member of the family the King d. Manuel II, decides in her will do there install the Museu da Casa de Bragança. In the Palace are also installed the armoury, the collection of blue and White Porcelain from …

Situated right in the Centre of the place of ovens, parish of Trouxemil, in the municipality of Coimbra, Casa Morais lies in a privileged place, close to the most important roads (IC2, IP3, A1, A24). It consists of seven double rooms, well dimensioned, possessing all private bathroom. Beyond the kitchen and dining room, the House has other common spaces and even a room of local products and craft sale. The dining room opens onto a pleasant outdoor patio surfaces other than grass and barbecue. The comfort and the sobriety patents throughout the property are the result not only of the …

Sapiãos parish church, dedicated to St Peter, is a temple of longitudinal-oriented plant ENE\/OSO. The main façade has a rectangular door with ribbed pilasters and capitals stylized vegetal, the top has a curved pediment with a niche, with two triangular spires complemented with ball and the central part is surmounted by an oculus. Inside the high altar and side altars, in gilded, housing the main religious imaginary local devotions. On the side walls, next to the triumphal arch, a niche formed by a semi-circular arch, there are two screens: the purgatory (Gospel) and the adoration of the child Jesus (Epistola). …

This palace in castle shape has manifested Italian influences in the main body, which is a 16th century construction from where an elegant Renaissance loggia stands out on the frontage and on the shed galleys on the back door. It also stands out the fifteen hundreds stonework, the horseshoe windows semi – detached (Mudéjar), the frescoes from Moorish inspiration, the fountain and fresh garden house, the cylindrical small towers, besides several other traces from Gothic structures. This ensemble underwent several additions and changes throughout the centuries, distributing by different pavilions from different times. On the inside it is worth to …