There is an almost artistic atmosphere, the result of the concept of the hotel unit itself, which breathes names such as the artists Graças Morais, Júlio Resende and Nadir Afonso, which is reinforced by the baptism of the tasting menus of the restaurant G. There you gather the best that the land of Trás-os-Montes has to offer, which it is a lot, from vegetables to meats, from olive oil to wine, through creative and unprejudiced cuisine. The guiding line is to pay homage to the products through the most modern techniques, transforming this place into a true gastronomic lever of …

Accessible by car almost to its end, Fajã de São João, the largest fajã on the southern coast of the municipality of Calheta, is a must-see for anyone seeking tranquility in landscapes of rare beauty. It is also known as a summer resort for some of the island's wealthy families. Its steep location is sometimes synonymous with tragedy, and the fajã's population has suffered a number of setbacks, from pirate raids to natural disasters.

Route about 4 km which allows, as a first step to walk along the river and see all the surrounding vegetation, especially Oaks, yews, Oaks, Alders and willows. In the second stage of the route, following the River, you can enjoy the beauty of the waterfalls. After passing the highest cascade, begins to climb the cliffs towards the North, where you can show small nuclei of vegetation that miraculously survive there.

Pedestrian trail with a length of around eight kilometers, along which you will pass through beautiful green fields and some small waterfalls. The trail runs along Rua de São José, with Ribeira das Barrelas on your right. This path presents several views over the south coast of São Miguel Island and, on days with good visibility, you can even see Santa Maria Island.

The Boa Nova waterfront area is a project by Álvaro Siza Vieira and António Madureira. Start your tour at Praia do Aterro, with walkways between the dunes and passing by a Surf Camp, continuing along Praia da Senhora da Boa Nova, until you see the famous Farol da Boa Nova. Finish with a visit to the Casa de Chá da Boa Nova, designed by Siza Vieira.

In this garden, besides trees and bushes, there’s an archaeological nucleus where one may see part of the primitive pillory of Funchal (beginning of the XVI century), tombstones and an ancient coat of arms of the city. One of the main attractions pf this garden is the collection of exotic orchids. In the centre there are also two Manueline windows from the XVI century. It is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10h to 12h30 and from 14h to 18h.

The bases of the defensive system were built between the 8th and 13th centuries, during Muslim rule. The primitive Moorish fortification later underwent improvement works after the Christian Reconquest, ordered by King Dom Dinis. Currently, you can still see some parts of the wall, the Arco da Misericórdia and a part of the Alcáçova that maintains its medieval characteristics. Inside the walls, the beautiful garden stands out.

It's must-see visit this idyllic space Enotel Lido Madeira. Offers numerous treatments and therapies designed to rejuvenate the body and purify the spirit. With massages, relaxing and stimulating moisturizers that dissipate the tension or through the thermal waters and therapeutic baths, will certainly stimulate all your senses. Features indoor pool and heated outdoor pool, fitness center and jacuzzi, sauna, Turkish bath, turbo shower and gym.

Created in 1928 to house the artistic collection of the extinct Collegiate Church of Nossa Senhora da Oliveira and other churches and convents in Guimarães, here you can see objects of local origin and ancient sacred art, namely collections of sculptures (architectural, large and tomb). , from the medieval period to the 18th century; a jewelery collection; a collection of paintings from the 16th to 18th centuries; tiles and faience, among others.

Placed at the Palácio Pimenta, a manor dated from the early XVIII century; in this space you may see archaeological pieces, paintings, drawings, engravings and lapidary that illustrate the city of Lisbon, since the prehistoric period till nowadays. Among the works in exhibition the “O Fado”, by José Malhoa and a oil-painting of Dirk Stoop stand out. The earthquake of 1755 is here shown with images of devastation and reconstruction projects.