The village, with origins in an old hillfort occupied by the Romans, seen from afar is an authentic fortress, surrounded by a wall and two turrets at the entrance. However, Castelo Mendo is, nowadays, practically doomed to abandonment. Its population, which barely exceeds one hundred and a half inhabitants, is dedicated to livestock and agriculture. However, if today the village's location (800 meters above sea level) is an obstacle to growth, in the past this would have been the crucial factor in its development and guarantee of the defense of the lands on the left bank of the Coa River. …

Entered an exclusive tourist complex which is included in the main route of the "jet set", the path of the Ria Formosa Natural Park with a wealth of fauna and flora. Is similar to the Quinta do Lago but offers different challenges. The field has four magnificent par 5, par 4 are usually "dog-legs" (excepting the holes 10 and 13) and the par 3 are quite influenced by the wind, forcing the great accuracy in strokes. The lakes at 13 and 18 constitute difficult task, in achieving a good result. The authorship of the field belongs to several architects: William …

The university, founded in 1290, is one of the oldest in Europe. After alternating between Lisbon and Coimbra, it was definitively transferred to the city on the Mondego River in 1537, during the reign of King João III, establishing itself in the Royal Palace. The building became the property of the University in 1597, during the Philippine rule, and underwent several renovations over time. In 1772, the Marquis of Pombal gave new statutes to the University, and the Faculties of Mathematics and Philosophy were created, in addition to several Institutes. Notable features of the set include: the Iron Gate (the …

Largo do Paço restaurant is a unique space in Portugal, astonishes every minute of a meal, which is more than an ode to the palate – a true feast for all five senses. It seems strange that a space full of refinement, in truth a Palace, which by nature praises and pays tribute to the past, a hostel kitchen so innovative and daring. The service, the room and the sommelier, is perfect, as if to prepare ground for the creations of Victor Matos, a chef with both determination and confidence and, of course, for dishes that delight, one by one, …

The Museum of geology at the UTAD was founded in 1985 by Prof. Dr. Fernando Real, notable geologist and Magnificent Rector of the Instituto Universitario de Trás-os-Montes that the following year would be the University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro. For the creation of the Museum greatly contributed the professors that constituted the Department of geology at this time. The Museum is situated in the building of Geosciences, which constitutes the core of the campus of the University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro. This museum, scientific character, has an area of approximately 250 m2. It houses collections of minerals, rocks …

Iberian pyrite belt belt integrated, that, about 250 km in length and a width which reaches the 40 km, starts at the vale do Sado and extends into the Valley of the Guadalquivir, the Lousal mine was explored between 1900 and 1988, when it closed its extractive activity. Was a farmer in the region, António Manuel, who, in August 1882, requested the Ministry of public works and Mines the degree of discovery of Tomb of Lousal. But it was only from the third decade of the 20th century that the Lousal began to be exploited more intensely. To learn a …

Created in 1999, the Monte do Chora Cascas-MCC claims for its genuine charm, feature that has distinguished this space, while fate of refinement in Portugal. About 45 minutes from Lisbon, the mount appears in the landscape as a natural amphitheatre. In the silence and tranquility of Alentejo, the privileged view on the slope of the castle of Montemor-o-Novo appeals to romanticism and to dream. Six of the rooms are named after a guardian angel, whose initials together form the word DREAM-Pat Patenaude, Omael, Nithael, Haziel, Aniel and Rochel. The seventh room is simply recognized by paragraph 7. From 2011, the …

Installed in an 18th-century Manor House has been transformed into the Inn in 1974 and, recently, in 4-star hotel, this accommodation unit is divided into three buildings. Saves all the ambiance of a traditional House of quinta do Minho, with dark wooden ceilings and stone walls. The rooms have a lovely view over the gardens and over the hills and valleys of Góios. Some apartments can still the Minho river and its margin. The outdoor pool, inserted in the gardens surrounded by fruit trees, all in stone and was kept in its original style. When they're ripe, lemons, oranges, peaches …

Located in the Natural Park of Southwest Alentejo, more specifically in Zambujeira do Mar, the Zmar Eco Camping Resort is a 5 stars, with 81 acres. Classified as campsite Zmar, came, however, changing the concept of camping in Portugal. The Eco Camping beyond the possibility to enjoy moments of course, also offers ecological services worthy of a resort. The accommodation comprises an area with 33 chalets, 48 hotelmóvel accommodations, 3 Zvillas and a park with a capacity of 288 caravans. The chalets and the Zvillas have a capacity for up to six people and are built in wood. The hoteismóveis …

Lisboa Story Centre - Memories of the City is inspired by the wide array of facts and events that have shaped the city over the centuries. Visitors will be transported on a 60-minute journey across time and space, spanning the city’s rich history and multiple stories, ranging from the earliest civilisations to the present day. Presented in a playful and interactive manner, using a mixture of elaborate sets, multimedia and immersive and sensory experiences, the Centre offers dramatic recreations of Lisbon's most important historical events, within the zone between the Baixa Pombalina and the Terreiro do Paço, exploring the myths …