Santana in Madeira is known mainly for its characteristic houses with sloping roofs covered with straw. These houses used to be used by farmers but today they are just a tourist attraction. May is the month when flowers bloom on Madeira. Every year the island holds a “Madeira Flower Festival” at this time. In […]
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Ponta de São Lourenço is the easternmost peninsula of Madeira. It is one of the parts of Madeira, where traces of civilization can be counted on your fingers. The peninsula is named after the ship João Gonçalves de Zarco, one of the three explorers of Madeira. According to legend, he is supposed to have […]
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Is the Algarve in Portugal only beautiful in the summer? Well, no – in winter you should also visit southern Portuguese towns like Lagos, Ferragudo, Albufeira, etc. They have a completely different charm than during the summertime. First of all, if you miss the sun in winter, Algarve is the perfect solution. Second, Portuguese […]
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This brilliantly colourful building in the centre of Setubal city is not a theatre or an opera house. It is the Town Hall – or “Câmara Municipal de Setúbal”. In the vicinity of this 20th-century monument, you’ll also find other gems like the Igreja de São Julião (Church of Saint Julian) and Casa da Baía […]
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The Chapel of Bones in the city of Evora was built by the Franciscans in the 17th century. This chapel is probably the most famous monument of Evora – a UNESCO World Monument. Evora More than 5000 bones cover the walls and columns of this monument in Evora. These bones come from the medieval graves […]
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The Espinheiro Convent is located just 2km from the historic city of Évora in the province of Alentejo, Portugal. Despite being classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the convent today serves as a hotel. Espinheiro history Legend says that on the land where the Espinheiro Monastery now stands, the Virgin Mary appeared in a […]
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The Monastery of Batalha (or Monastery of Our Lady of Victory; port. Convento de Santa Maria da Vitória) is a symbol of the late Gothic, flamboyant architectural style. Work on this monastery began in 1386 and was completed in 1517. This means that the construction work lasted during the reign of seven kings and was […]
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Aveiro is often overlooked by tourists visiting Portugal. They usually head straight to Lisbon, Porto or visit towns in the Algarve region. However, there are several reasons why you should take a day or two to visit Aveiro in northern Portugal. Portugal North 1 – Boats and water canals. Aveiro has been called the “Venice […]
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Aveiro is nicknamed the “Venice of Portugal.” This association is fully justified if you first see Aveiro’s distinctive “Moilceiros” boats and the network of water canals crisscrossing the city centre. And like in Venice, the bridges in Aveiro are also distinctive. The one in the photo is called “Ponte do Laço” or simply “Circular Pedestrian […]
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When you know a bit about the Algarve and think of Albufeira, the connotation “tourism” automatically comes to mind. Yes, Albufeira is an extremely lively tourist destination. But in the winter, you can enjoy the beach almost empty at sunset. And the white buildings of the town shine in this warm light and suggest a […]
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Ferragudo is located on the Arade River, which flows into the Atlantic Ocean near the city of Portimão. Historically, the place relied mainly on fishing. And although today tourism plays a big role for this town in the Algarve, you can still be woken up at six in the morning by the calls of fishermen […]
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In 1711, Portuguese King John V vowed to build a convent if his wife Mariana would give him offspring. So with the birth of his first daughter Infanta Barbara of Portugal, work on the convent, basilica and palace at Mafra (the king proved much more generous) was begun. Palacio Nacional de Mafra The palace, basilica […]
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To be honest these boats in Aveiro are not exactly gondolas. In Portugal they are called “Moliceiros” and only slightly resemble their Venetian counterparts. They are much larger and move thanks to a mounted motor. However, the first visit to Aveiro and the sight of artificial canals cutting through the city centre immediately imposed this […]
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Praia da Ursa is the westernmost beach in continental Europe. No wonder – it is located a stone’s throw from Cabo da Roca in the Sintra mountains, which is the literal end of the continent. Compared to Cabo da Roca, however, Praia da Ursa is much more difficult to reach. Rocha da Ursa The name […]
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Praia da Adraga is probably one of the most spectacular beaches we have seen. Located near the town of Almoçageme, it is one of the “must-see” places in the Sintra region. Blue Flag Beach Praia da Adraga attracts tourists all year round – not only during the summer season. Rock formations surrounding the beach, caves […]
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The Roman Catholic church and monastery in Alcobaça is often overlooked by tourists. The Cistercian Abbey of Alcobaça is one of the first Gothic churches built in Portugal. The town is also famous for another reason – a sweet liqueur made from cherries called “Ginja“. Cistercian Abbey of Alcobaça Before we talk about liqueur, let’s […]
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25 de Abril Bridge (“Ponte 25 de Abril”) is one of the symbols of Lisbon. From the many hills of the Portuguese capital you can admire the sixth-long suspension bridge in Europe. For us living in the Belém district, it is an usual but never boring sight. The history of the “25 de Abril Bridge” […]
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Fatima in Portugal is the fourth largest Catholic pilgrimage destination in Europe. Even during the winter months, the square in front of the Sanctuary of Fatima is filled with pilgrims on their knees. And the beginning of this cult is linked to the history of the three young shepherds. Basilica of Our Lady of the […]
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After weeks of Covid Self-Isolation, this photo marks a turning point for me. In early June, my friend João reached out, asking if we want to shoot the super moon here in Lisbon. Well, to be honest, I didn’t feel very inspired at that time. That whole lockdown took its toll on my creativity. But […]
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Did you know that you can pass 25 de Abril Bridge on foot only when you participate in half marathon in Lisbon? The route for the half-marathon was even changed so that runners can pass Tagus river. The marathon starts on the south bank and finishes in the north bank (in Belem district). Sports in […]
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