The first documented references to this temple date back to 1177, when Vela Rodrigues, heir of Egas Moniz and Teresa Afonso, donated his property in Lousada to the Monastery of Salvador de Paço de Sousa. Later, the church's patron saint is documented in 1218 and in the Inquiries of 1258. Despite these references, the current building is of more recent design, possessing quite late elements from the end of the 13th century and even the 14th century. Having undergone renovations in the Modern Era, it retains the nave and the western façade of Romanesque characteristics, attesting to the persistence of …

Climbing Portugal's highest point is a unique and unforgettable challenge, not within everyone's reach. It's a demanding route, even for those experienced in hiking. The hike begins on the west side of the mountain at approximately 1,230 meters above sea level, at the Pico Mountain House. After providing your information to the Madalena Municipal Fire Department, you can begin the 1,100-meter ascent, along a 4,700-meter route, with an incline that reaches 40° in some spots. From the 2,351-meter summit of Piquinho, it's possible, if the sky is clear, to observe all the islands of the central group and an immense …

The living Science Centre Lousal is installed in a building formerly associated with the mining activity that has undergone some adaptations to function as a space for the dissemination of scientific and technological culture. Science Alive. It is a modern and fascinating Centre, where he uses the theme of Georecursos concetual as a gateway for exploration of scientific and technological areas as diverse as geology, chemistry, physics, geophysics, mathematics, engineering, biology, ecology, computer science, computer graphics and the new technologies of communication and image. The Center emphasizes activities, exhibition spaces and experimental, or other moments of communication, which are based …

Mountain Hotel built from scratch, fully integrated in the landscape, living in harmony with nature, the H2otel is located in Unhais da Serra, near the Serra da Estrela Natural Park. It has 90 rooms, of which 17 are suites and duplex suites, very spacious and with a very sober decoration. The restaurant and bar, in addition to good food, have a privileged view, in which stands out the glacier Alforta. The Spa, now transformed into Mountain SPA Aquadome, offer a wide range of treatments. The hotel has an area of congresses and meetings with several rooms adaptable to the type …

Located on the outskirts of the historic town of Alcobaça, Your Hotel & SPA is a place of refuge and tranquillity, that combines the balance of nature engaging with the comfort of a renovated unit. Includes various support facilities and leisure, including: 62 rooms (including three suites), decorated with a modern shed, a restaurant that does rising the senses, a bar, an outdoor swimming pool semiolímpica (open from June to September), gym, bicycles, two tennis courts, a golf course (short training area) and a pedestrian route. In the exclusive area of the SPA, immerse yourself in the environment of comfort …

The old town of Coimbra is characterized by narrow streets and steep, leading to the top of the Hill, where the city originated. Start on the street Ferreira Borges, where the Arco de Almedina mark the limits of the old city. Climbing the steps of the street of the coast, you will find the arc and the Palace Sub Laths, 16th century work of João de Rouen. A little further, Anto Tower marks the memory of poet António Nobre. In the middle of the slope, fascination with the beautiful view over the city. Around the street of Coutinhos, will come …

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 …

At Alameda dos Oceanos, this space added a touch of sophistication and good taste to the Parque das Nações. Has its origins in Switzerland, more precisely in Geneva, where he was inspired by the concept of a single dish: entrecôte of empty Brasserie sauce (18 ingredients, special sauce made from herbs, Dijon mustard and fine spices) accompanied by thin and crispy fries. In 2006, the menu has been increased with the seitan dish, a great alternative for vegetarians. At the entrances, in addition to the traditional salad, the menu also includes marinated salmon. An ambitious wine that combines image labels …

The old area of Coimbra is characterized by narrow and steep streets that lead to the top of the hill, where the city was born. This tour begins at the Ferreira Borges Street, where the Almedina arch draws the boundaries of the old city. Climbing the Quebra Costa Street ladders, on the left you will find the Arch and the Palace Sub Ripas, from the XVI century, with a renaissance façade, a work of João de Ruão. Further ahead, the Anto Tower marks the memory of the poet António Nobre (1867 – 1900). In the middle of the slope, be …

On the right bank of the Ponsul river, on the south side of the Penha Garcia Mountain foothill, this village, with the same name as the mountain, is known for the many fossils found there (trilobites). Penha Garcia must have once been a lusitan castro (a celtic village). Of th four churchs that once existed here only the church of the Espírito Santo (16th century) is still used as such. Two other churches were ruined but were recovered (Saint Lourenço and Saint Sebastião). The 16th century mother church has a gothic image of Our Lady of Leite (milk). A special …