Planned by Edgar Cardoso and opened in 1963 (although the Works began in 1957), the Arrábida Bridge was one of the more advanced architectonic works of its time. The 270 metres concrete span was, for some years, a world record on this kind of bridges. The arch spire has 52 meters and the roadway rises to 70 meters height. It is said that, at the opening, many photographers and journalists from abroad came to witness an expected tragedy, because it was common sense that the “large” configuration of the bridge would not stand the weight of the vehicles. Today, it …

Among the houses that spread out along the banks of the Sado river, in Alcácer do Sal, Quintal da Liga offers a wonderful and unique view of the river. This green space, full of plants, trees, cool shade and other secrets, is the "Quintal" (Backyard) of the Núcleo da Liga dos Combatentes de Alcácer do Sal headquarters. The food, specially designed for the place by chef Swastik Guilherme, is made with love and brings freshness on hot, sunny days. To drink, you can start with a gin or a mojito with fruit and continue with a good regional wine or …

The village is located at an altitude of approximately 800 meters, at the foot of the Serra da Estrela mountain range, and its origins date back to 850 BC, during the occupation by the Turduli. Later, it was crossed by the Roman road that connected Emerita to Braga. Traces of sections of the Roman road and forum are still visible. The castle, a national monument, was built in 1291 during the reign of King Dinis and features two towers. In the parish church, erected in the 12th century, there are three paintings attributed to Grão Vasco, considered the landmark of …

Tucked away in a valley not far from Funchal, on a large property in Camara De Lobos, this hotel combines friendly service with a tranquil setting. Housed in a beautifully restored former mansion, Quinta Jardim da Serra impresses with its modern design and large garden. Taste home-made brandy at the bar or rest on a sun lounger next to the indoor pool. The hotel offers a shuttle service from and to Funchal, ensuring you a truly hassle-free stay. Other useful services include car rental, laundry and an on-site ATM. Make use of the free wireless internet and stay in contact …

If you're looking for a quiet place with all the comfort to spend your holiday or weekend we have the perfect place to you: The Casa do Oleiro - Potter's House. The "Casa do Oleiro" - Potter's House - is located on the northern side of Santa Maria. In a place called the Norte, a part of the Santa Barbara village, you can admire the landscape of where the mountains touch the sea. Some days, you can see the neighboring island of Saint Michael on the horizon. The pottery table and small handcrafted objects blend with the accommodations needed for …

The castle walls remain, two doors (of the village and the Santarém) and some towers. The old Palace is a monumental residential tower of the 15th century. Plant composed of rectangular main body and two turrets inserted on the wall of the village. The curtain wall that unites the turrets, crowned by way of round, is torn by arched door broken abroad, down inside. Without cover, are visible in the interior, where Corbels supporting the beams of the floors and ceilings. Still inside the enclosure, there is a large cistern. The Muslim Castle would have been conquered by the King …

Rectangular building with a small chapel located near the right and monumental portal on the left. Facades of three floors with arquitravado body and top entablature (consisting of frieze and cornice) and double pilasters. Noble facade, ripping, on the ground floor, six smaller Windows and central door framed by masonry. The chapel features a straight Dick portal with small niche on the lintel, decorated in talk only interrupted with simple windings, surmounted by semicircular shot with Bell fake. Inside the chapel stands the fundeiro altarpiece with blind niches on the sides, the tiling pattern and coverage of barrel vault. The …

One of the "links" of Portuguese golf, considered among the 10 best courses in Portugal. He gained international notoriety by hosting two European Tour events. Located just 20 minutes from Porto's International Airport and close to Póvoa de Varzim, a lively summer city, built along three kilometers of beautiful coastal dunes, offering stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. Designed by Portuguese architect Duarte Sottomayor, it is a typical Scottish style "links", with the difference that the grass used is Bermuda. Two large lakes give it more beauty, but it can get very demanding when the wind blows. Erratic exit shots …

In the Serra de São Mamede Natural Park, in a 2-hectare farm populated by fruit trees, Oaks and cork oaks, with the walls and the medieval centre Marvão in the background, the House of Blackberries is a beautiful place to enjoy. The location combine with comfortable rooms, indoor and outdoor equipment-where there is no lack of the swimming pool, a solarium, a barbecue area and a wood-fired oven-, quiet and also a panoply of outdoor activities (upon appointment) ranging from abseiling to the slide and to hiking, horseback riding, wagon rides or balloon. For children there is a special session …

Granite rectangular plant building, ground floor, roof, Gable, in overlapping slabs in regular rows with cemented joints, based on three arches back perfect and over the ridge of the roof has two rectangular vents. Inside, to the right of the entrance, the tendal and, on the will of the third arc, a masonry platform that supports the two ovens of different dimensions, where the local population continues to bake traditional bread. Is this oven that are baked scones that are distributed, after religious crafts in honor of souls, in the day of noogies Carolo de Santo António (14 June). This …