Between Benafim and Salir, right in the ravines of the Algarve, Rocha da Pena is a place with a bleak landscape in a large plateau, about 2 km wide and almost 500 metres high. Of speological interest due to th existence of several caves, the Site is also extremely rich in terms of its fauna (namely, for their rarity, the buzzard and the Bonelli's eagle) and its flora (wild rose, wild orchid and marsh tea). Algar dos Mouros, at the top of the rock, is known in historical terms because the moors took refuge there when Salir was reconquered. Aside …

The Senate began work on a Municipal wooden house that was leaning against the walls of the Cathedral. It was later built a new building called Paço dos Arcos, which eventually collapse. However was built another House, called Sobrado da Rolação or Paço da Rolação. In 1443 the camera sends build Tower House, situated in the largo area at Sé and holds its services in this building until the mid-16th century. Only in 1784 was an agreement between the 1893–1895 administration and the priests crickets, to transfer the Senate portuense for a part of their convent. In the 18th century …

This pedestrian route crosses the Covas mountain range and passes by Azenha do Pagade, over the Coura river. With a length of around 4.5 kilometers, it passes through green areas of great natural beauty. With practically no unevenness, this route is characterized by its proximity to the Minho and Coura rivers, along which the richness of the area's flora does not go unnoticed, with its native trees offering shade to walkers. Its fauna is equally rich and worthy of mention, from birds to otters. You will also pass through part of an old area that carried water from the dam …

The Casa do Infante, so designated around was born Henry the Navigator, is a complex of buildings that were being built to house the services of the Crown at the port: Customs, the Mint and the Accounting of the farm. Its history dates back to 1325, when King Afonso IV ordered the construction of the "Almazem" Regal, against the will of the Bishop, then Lord of the village. The building was the subject of a rehabilitation process and musealization and today offers a set of diversified valances: Museum; Municipal Historical Archive; Portuenses Affairs library; Memory Room; Exhibition Hall and Auditorium. …

Amazing architectural point of view, the Pousada is the result of the joint between an exquisite 18TH-century palace, designed by the architect Nicolau Nasoni and classified national heritage in 1910, where the reception, restaurant, bar, business center, the main lobby and the lounges and meeting, and an old grinding millwhere are the generous and very comfortable 87 rooms, especially those overlooking the river and the Palace, as well as several meeting rooms and an inviting spa. The pool and the former boarding pier are an invitation he couldn't refuse for a late afternoon reinvigorating. Direct access to the river and …

Known in the Middle Ages as the Campo do Olival (olive grove), its name is due to the bishop’s ropery, who was installed there in the XV century. In 1611, the former Campo was converted into an Alameda (lane) and, in 1865, by the hand of the German Emile David, the garden was born. In the following century, and after the cyclone’s devastation in 1941, it was replanted. With rare plants around a lake, several statues, benches and bandstand, this garden was characterized by a traditional XIX century city garden atmosphere. It was considered a Botanic garden, for the variety …

Located about 8 km away from Penafiel, this is one of the celtic villages of the parish, named Citânia do Monte Mozinho, probably the largest in the Iberian Peninsula. It occupies a high part of the mountain, at an altitude of 408 metres. From there one can view the Marão Mountain (to the East) and the Montemuro Mountain (to the South). Elísio Ferreira started the excavations in 1943. In 1974, after a 20 years interval, they restarted and the findings are to be seen in the Municipal Museum of Penafiel. The findings confirm that there was a roman time occupation, …

Covas do Barroso Chapel, dedicated to our Lady of health, is a granite Temple of rectangular plant, East\/West-oriented. The main façade has a portal frame rectangular protruding, flanked by two square Windows, surmounted by an oculus, the gable is crowned by a cross. The back façade has docked on the wall, a plaque with inscriptions, partly illegible, "OLINGOABENEDIcTA\/QVEDOMINUM NO\/PER. ..DIXIST ...AL ...\/THE ... C..STI\/+ 1692 + "inside the high altar and two side altars, one of which has a beautiful altarpiece, painted, depicting St. Michael and the souls in purgatory. This is the chapel that are celebrated, among other things, …

Dating back to the 16th century, this fortress has undergone several renovations over time. This fortification preserves a strong wall with ravelins and a tower and is traversed by a corridor that continues under the vault of the old tower. The reconstruction that took place in 1960 defaced the site by attempting to restore its false authenticity. In the early 20th century, the Compass Rose was discovered, drawn with stones embedded in the ground, which is believed to be contemporary with Dom Henrique. At the Sagres Fortress, in addition to enjoying the cultural heritage and stunning views over the Mareta …

The Purobeach combines a healthy environment and reassuring-even spiritual-during the day, with a vibrant atmosphere of evening party, where the purest fun dominates. On the beach, the exotic-inspired décor combined with the exclusivity of services. Soon dawn, it is possible to do a session of Tai Chi, a massage or just relax in one of the comfortable chairs and beds. In the Lake and exotic gardens of Tivoli Marina Vilamoura is the Lakeside-the night space Purobeach, where exquisite dinners and various themed parties throughout the summer are animated by DJ's and live performances. Emphasizes above all the comfort and glamour. …