The mediaeval city enclosure was defined by the towers and the walls from the 14th and 15th century. Presently there still exist the towers from some doors such as Avis, Baluarte and S. Bartolomeu, Public garden, Aqueduct, Rampa dos Colegiais, the ones close to Calvário Convent and the one located between the Alconchel and Raimundo doors and also the angle in front of the Malagueira road, the connection on the Fernandina Wall with the bulwark of Lippe Count and the wall next to the chivalry headquarters.

Located to the northeast of Montalegre, it belongs to the Old Massif. It measures 10 km and it is the second highest mountain in Portugal, with its peak at an altitude of 1527 metres, at the Fonte da Pipa (Barrel Fountain). From the top, one views the Lima, Tâmega, Cávado and Rabagão valleys, as well as several villages and the small town of Montalegre. Besides the landscapes, there are also horses and one can do mountain sports, such as hang gliding, paragliding, climbing and walks.

The approximate 175 km of the Lima river (67 km in Portugal) end in the beautiful city of Viana do Castelo, with the Santa Luzia belvedere well on the top. Its mouth is also a boating area of extreme importance in the North of Portugal and in Galicia. We can find two recreational docks (one upstream and another downstream of the train bridge). Further ahead, the commercial port, the fishing port and the shipyards mark the transition to the Atlantic Ocean with a wharf.

The space of the Solar do Bacalhau restaurant is huge and occupies an old name of gastronomic reference in Coimbra. From a famous Italian, it has become a traditional one also famous where, now, cod is king, here served in its most diverse forms: in onions, cooked with everyone, roasted or on bread. But there is life beyond cod. The sirloin steak with mustard sauce is proof of this, as well as the offer of pizzas that, although unlikely in a restaurant of this kind, are delicious.

It is one of the most reputed restaurants in Viana do Castelo, known for its family atmosphere and the improved confection of regional delicacies such as goat, barefoot rooster rice (cabileda), sarrabulho à lavrador, oven-roasted lamprey with new potatoes and, once a month or by order, the famous Portuguese stew. The wine cellar is one of the most complete in the region, also with liqueur proposals to accompany the desserts. They are proud of the camel drool and also the camel slice with strawberry.

The Stupa Tashi Gomang, a temple belonging to the Guhya Mantrika Buddhist community, is located in the Santa Susana Retreat Center in Alcácer do Sal. It is one of the largest Buddhist temples in the Western world, standing 16 meters tall with an internal temple measuring 36 square meters, prepared for rituals, ceremonies, and lectures. Among the materials used in its construction, Alentejo marble stands out. The decoration, particularly the statues, originates from Tibet and Nepal.

A small fajã located between Fajã da Ponta Grossa or Fajã do Mero and Fajã da Abelheira. It is almost completely abandoned, except for the inhabitants of Norte Pequeno, who come here to graze their cattle and cultivate the land. There are many springs, and it is known that an old watermill once stood here. Access is on foot, via a shortcut that begins in Norte Pequeno, or by car, descending the Fajã da Penedia path to Canto da Abelheira, then continuing on foot.

As you enter this magnificent OASIS, the first thing to do is relax. There is no place for stress, but rebalancing the body and mind. For this purpose there are numerous facial and body treatments tailored to your needs. Emphasis on the hydro-massage pool and to the exclusive Zen Garden, ideal for moments of well-being. There's still the aromatic bath and Turkish bath, or sauna. Also be sure to try the ice fountain, which stimulates circulation and the immune system. And all this in a surrounding space, modern and full of light and color.

Integrated in the Estoril Wellness Center complex, on par with the Termas do Estoril, Banyan Tree SPA draws on ancient traditions, Asian betting in offering a holistic experience of serenity and pleasure based on techniques developed over generations. Sessions can combine baths, massages, beauty treatments, relaxation and purification rituals or moments of self-examination, in order to provide well-being and absolute harmony. The therapists are trained in the academies of Banyan Tree SPA in Indonesia, Thailand and China.

Manor built in the late 16th century and restored in the late 20TH century, currently working as a unit of rural tourism, for a family on a day trip for the wonderful West zone, fell in love with the beauty of the place. The houses, agricultural vocation, soon turned into a cosy hotel, with pool, spa and a restaurant. The 20 minutes from Lisbon, this unique hotel has 17 rooms and two houses. Quinta dos Machados is the ideal place for a romantic weekend or for a family reunion.