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Most Beautiful Cities in Portugal

By Poundtravel

cities in portugalmost beautiful cities in Portugal. Portugal is a beautiful country with hospitable people, lovely music and delicious food. A paradise for tourists should not limit their visit to the capital Lisbon, because other cities are available and they will remain in the soul.

List of cities in Portugal – Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

This is a list of cities in Portugal. In Portugal, a city (Portuguese: cidade) is an honorific term given to locations that meet several criteria, such as having a …most beautiful cities in Portugal. Lisbon Perhaps Lisbon is not a suitable destination for city-break because of the way that lasts long enough, four hours round trip coach air transportation to four hours. But it certainly is one of the destinations that has everything he needs to enter the category of cities not to be missed. Tradition and modernity come together in the Portuguese capital, and for those who want to make a journey through time, Baixa is studded old workshops and shops where craftsmen still carry trades inherited from father to son. Moreover, Baixa Chiado-, Alfama, Bairro Alto and Belem are historical areas of Lisbon and deserves to go through the step because you will discover every something memorable. Tejo River promenade is perfect to enjoy a coffee in one of the cafes under the bridge, you can visit the Monument to the Discoveries and continue walking through the port (Marina) until you reach the Belem Tower, a tower defense was the UNESCO. Do not miss Jeronimos Monastery, built in honor of Vasco da Gama, where he is buried.

Cities in Portugal, Portugal Cities Map

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most beautiful cities in Portugal. Sintra Situated close enough to Lisbon to Sintra is reached after a journey of an hour by train. Sintra is like Sinaia, here was built the summer residence of the royal family. Palácio da Pena in Sintra, building dating from the nineteenth century, stands proudly atop Mount Pena.

most beautiful cities in Portugal. Porto The city that gave its name to the wine of the same name is located at the mouth of the Douro River and the historic city center, a true architectural gem, was included in 1996 in UNESCO’s World Heritage. Cais da Ribeira cliff offers the opportunity to admire old buildings, winding streets and port craft swarming from morning to night.

most beautiful cities in Portugal. Coimbra Coimbra, Portugal‘s former capital, is located halfway between Lisbon and Porto, the city is home to one of the oldest educational institutions in Europe, University of Coimbra, Coimbra founded in 1920 is considered one of the most romantic cities Portuguese with streets that form a labyrinth, and its many churches.

most beautiful cities in Portugal. Estoril One of the most famous resorts in Europe, only 15 kilometers away from Lisbon, Estoril is a cosmopolitan city, known as the “Portuguese Riviera”, famous for its thermal waters. Estoril was the favorite of the royals who came here in exile, including Charles of England, Umberto II of Italy, Don Juan de Bourbon – pretender to the throne of Spain, Henri of Orleans, Archduke Franz Joseph of the House of Habsburg, and former king Carol II of Romţniei, who spent the last years of his life until 1953. Estoril Casino is considered the largest in Europe, a haven for gaming enthusiasts, but also for tourists come to enjoy performances and concerts are organza here in the Auditorium, with a capacity of 340 seats. Do not forget to make a stop at Tamariz beach with fine sand.

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most beautiful cities in Portugal. Aveiro Nicknamed ‘the Venice of Portugal “, Aveiro is located at 58 kilometers from Coimbra, its many canals, crossed by painted traditional craft called moliceiros, reminiscent of the famous Venice. Aveiro Cathedral Church of St. Dominic, and beaches in the area are all destinations that deserve them tick.


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