Although the antiquity of the church is evident in the thickness of the walls, clearly visible in the deep cut of the windows, and it is believed to have Romanesque roots, the temple probably only dates from the 14th century. It underwent extensive renovations in the mid-18th century, which gave it the baroque and rococo character it presents today. Inside, with a single nave, the domed and paneled roof, with 66 paintings, and the main chapel ceiling, which is divided into 18 paintings, stand out. The altar features a gilded altarpiece. Tradition says that this church was built by Queen …

In the heart of Lisbon, in the historic Largo do Carmo, Lisbon Carmo Hotel presents itself with a renewed aspect, but carefully thought out in order to maintain an identity as well. The 45 rooms at this 4-star superior, are classic and contemporary style, difficult to describe. Maria do Carmo restaurant emphasizes the regional flavors.

The archaeological ruins of S. Cucufate date from the 1st century AD and testify the passage of Roman civilization through the region, at a time when a villa was installed here, in the center of a farm. The archaeological excavations that were being carried out on the land also allowed the discovery of the medieval cemetery of the friars and mural paintings.

The old kitchen restaurant is dedicated especially to the Portuguese regional cuisine and endowed with a generous ancient fireplace, perfect for the colder days. Among the specialties stands out the goat and suckling pig, baked in a wood-fired oven, followed by beans smoked and cured meat. For dessert, opt for the traditional Abbot Priscos pudding.

Despite its integration into the Cistercian Order, the life of this monastery was turbulent and short. During his visit in 1553, the Abbot of Clairvaux found it in a state of complete neglect and poverty, which is why it was secularized in 1560, becoming a parish church. What we see today in Ermelo is a beautiful Romanesque church adapted to the life of a small parish, first in the 16th century and again in the 18th century. Of the nave that stood to the south, only the beautiful triumphal arch remains, now open to the sky outside. The monastery's dependencies …

An ancient oil press today gave place to a Museum and restaurant in an environment surrounded by greenery. Inserted in Heredad del Regato, the winepress restaurant serves typical cuisine of the region of Beira Baixa, cooked in a wood-burning oven. The environment, which dates back to ages past, whose brands were preserved in the recovery room, combines a sophisticated contemporary past. Octopus to the mill owner, olive oil drizzled bacalhoada traditional sausages are the delight of lovers of good traditional table.

A space of regional embroideries that manufactures regional clothes.

Rustic house with regional decoration and regional menu.

The walls of the old Tagarete pier fort, which served as protection against corsair attacks in the 17th and 18th centuries, still remain present today, separating the fishing port from the marina of Vila Franca do Campo.

Is located in the historic centre, a few metres from the Palazzo Ducale was built by noblemen of the Portuguese court. Today is a hotel of great quality and comfort, where is visible the concern which had in keeping the old lines, with traces of modernity.