In the Valley of the Mondego and in the middle of the Serra da Estrela Natural Park, you will find the Quinta do Seixo, an ancient agricultural property dating from the 18th century recently restored. Offers five double rooms with private bathroom and views of the Valley. Close to the river beach of the village Viçosa (awarded with blue flag), is the perfect place to enjoy the time in tune with nature, its people and traditions.

16TH century manor, built by noblemen of the Portuguese court in the 16th century, situated in the historical centre of the village, adapted the hotel, combining minimalist design and antique style to modernity. Offers 18 rooms and 4 suites, properly equipped and with a lot of comfort. It also has a library, bar, resting places and pool. Do Paço restaurant is an excellent alternative to explore the Alentejo traditional cuisine.

From the top of the Castle of Estremoz, one may view several villages along the Alentejo plains. In the clearest days one may even view the Estrela Mountain to the north. Closer by, marvão, Portalegre, Alter do Chão, Cabeço de Vide, Fronteira and Monforte are ar whithe-ish dots on the northern landscapes. From the other side, one has views of the houses in Évora.

This castle is located at the top of Cabeço da Penenciada, approximately 681 meters above sea level, between the Angueira and Maçãs rivers. This small fortress, which once served to defend the Sabor River, today serves as a privileged viewpoint over Trás-os-Montes. Some points can be identified: Miranda do Douto (Northeast), Vimioso and Outeiro (North) and Penas Roias and Mogadouro (Southwest).

The former cathedral of Miranda do Douro, founded in 1552 by Dom João III, was designed by Gonçalo Torralva and Miguel Arruda. Notable features include its Mannerist façade, bell towers, altars, altarpieces, vaults, and stalls. The altarpiece's sculptures depict, among other themes, the apostles and the Virgin Mary amid angels. Of particular note is the wooden figure of the Baby Jesus in a Top Hat.

The early church was built in the 16th century, which remains the Manueline portal. In 1970 was destroyed to make way for that today. The façade is rounded and consists of nave, chancel, belfry and vestry. Inside you can see 17TH century tiles and a wooden bench at the entrance, 1635, rebuilt during the rebuilding of the new Church. Currently, in late August, receives the feasts of Nossa Senhora do Desterro.

The former Borralha mining estate encompassed the parishes of Salto and Venda Nova, as well as the parish of Campos, already in the municipality of Vieira do Minho. It comprised 36 concessions, totaling approximately 1,788 hectares. Of these concessions, 28 were for tungsten and tin, ten for tin, and two for tungsten, copper, and silver. These mines employed thousands of people, transformed and invigorated the area, and gave it national and international visibility.

Baroque convent where works, currently, the Museu de Angra do Heroísmo. It is an 18th century building which was built on two earlier closures Franciscan. Featuring sober lines, with facades where Tower the pilasters and the window openings. Attached to the convent, a church dedicated to Nossa Senhora da Guia, with the interior divided into three naves. Highlighting the gilded altarpieces and for some Baroque paintings.

Estes bolinhos algarvios são feitos a partir de uma mistura de massapão, à base de amêndoa, o ingrediente mais comum na doçaria tradicional algarvia, açúcar e clara de ovo. Caracterizam-se por representarem formas que fazem parte do dia a dia, sobretudo na cozinha, como frutas, legumes, animais, etc.

Prato típico português, a morcela é mais confecionada no Alentejo, Beira Baixa e também nos Açores. Por tradição, são servidas fritas, com ovo estrelado e batatas fritas. No entanto, começou a ser apreciada na companhia de ananás natural. É frequentemente servida como complemento do cozido à portuguesa ou com feijoada.