The construction of the Church of Atei probably dates back to the 14th century, featuring late Romanesque architecture. In the 16th century, a chapel was added to it, by order of the Counts of Cantanhede. Later, in the 19th century, other chapels and the main chapel were added to it, giving it its current appearance. Inside, the 19th century altars stand out, with gilded and painted carvings, in a neoclassical style. The collateral chapels, with a round arch opening topped with a fleur-de-lis, boast altars, in painted and gilded carving, dedicated, on the Epistle side, to Our Lady of Sorrows, …

Among the houses that spread out along the banks of the Sado river, in Alcácer do Sal, Quintal da Liga offers a wonderful and unique view of the river. This green space, full of plants, trees, cool shade and other secrets, is the "Quintal" (Backyard) of the Núcleo da Liga dos Combatentes de Alcácer do Sal headquarters. The food, specially designed for the place by chef Swastik Guilherme, is made with love and brings freshness on hot, sunny days. To drink, you can start with a gin or a mojito with fruit and continue with a good regional wine or …

Tucked away in a valley not far from Funchal, on a large property in Camara De Lobos, this hotel combines friendly service with a tranquil setting. Housed in a beautifully restored former mansion, Quinta Jardim da Serra impresses with its modern design and large garden. Taste home-made brandy at the bar or rest on a sun lounger next to the indoor pool. The hotel offers a shuttle service from and to Funchal, ensuring you a truly hassle-free stay. Other useful services include car rental, laundry and an on-site ATM. Make use of the free wireless internet and stay in contact …

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 …

In the Serra de São Mamede Natural Park, in a 2-hectare farm populated by fruit trees, Oaks and cork oaks, with the walls and the medieval centre Marvão in the background, the House of Blackberries is a beautiful place to enjoy. The location combine with comfortable rooms, indoor and outdoor equipment-where there is no lack of the swimming pool, a solarium, a barbecue area and a wood-fired oven-, quiet and also a panoply of outdoor activities (upon appointment) ranging from abseiling to the slide and to hiking, horseback riding, wagon rides or balloon. For children there is a special session …

If you're looking for a quiet place with all the comfort to spend your holiday or weekend we have the perfect place to you: The Casa do Oleiro - Potter's House. The "Casa do Oleiro" - Potter's House - is located on the northern side of Santa Maria. In a place called the Norte, a part of the Santa Barbara village, you can admire the landscape of where the mountains touch the sea. Some days, you can see the neighboring island of Saint Michael on the horizon. The pottery table and small handcrafted objects blend with the accommodations needed for …

Rectangular building with a small chapel located near the right and monumental portal on the left. Facades of three floors with arquitravado body and top entablature (consisting of frieze and cornice) and double pilasters. Noble facade, ripping, on the ground floor, six smaller Windows and central door framed by masonry. The chapel features a straight Dick portal with small niche on the lintel, decorated in talk only interrupted with simple windings, surmounted by semicircular shot with Bell fake. Inside the chapel stands the fundeiro altarpiece with blind niches on the sides, the tiling pattern and coverage of barrel vault. The …

Installed on a rise about 70 meters west of the monastery, Alcobaça Castle was sent to build by d. Afonso Henriques in 1147, on the presumed ruins of a fortification from the 6th century, as part of an important defensive line of the Lisbon region. Repeatedly devastated at the time of the Reconquista, d. Sancho ordered its reconstruction to house the monks alcobacenses and the population in the event of an attack. After suffering several earthquakes (1329, 1422 and 1563), turned out to serve as a prison in Filipes. Presenting itself in a State of ruin in the 18TH century, …

The castle walls remain, two doors (of the village and the Santarém) and some towers. The old Palace is a monumental residential tower of the 15th century. Plant composed of rectangular main body and two turrets inserted on the wall of the village. The curtain wall that unites the turrets, crowned by way of round, is torn by arched door broken abroad, down inside. Without cover, are visible in the interior, where Corbels supporting the beams of the floors and ceilings. Still inside the enclosure, there is a large cistern. The Muslim Castle would have been conquered by the King …

The origin of this shrine dates back to the early 19TH century when it was erected in the place of Sandhu, a cruise dedicated to Bom Jesus do Monte Lord of Lost. For meeting along the way spent many Mule drivers that ensured the trade route between Ribeira de Oura and the zone of Barroso, faced with the difficulties of the path and afraid of being attacked by beasts or thieves, many resorted to divine protection. Grew the faith and with her teeth, to such an extent that in 1821 began the construction of the Church of Senhor do Monte …