Category: <span>Portugal’s Attractions</span>

Santa Justa Lift

Rising above Lisbon’s historic Baixa district, the Santa Justa Lift is a breathtaking Neo-Gothic elevator that has been connecting city neighborhoods—and delighting visitors—with spectacular views since 1902. Discover its remarkable engineering, rich history, and panoramic vantage point over Portugal’s City of Seven Hills.

Seven Wonders of Portugal

Seven Wonders of Portugal is a list of cultural wonders in Portugal. Castle of Guimarães 10th century Guimarães Castle (Portuguese: Castelo de Guimarães) is the main medieval castle in the…

Porto, Portugal: Things To See

The Castles of Portugal

A castle is a type of fortified structure built during the Middle Ages predominantly by the nobility or royalty and by military orders. Today, Portugal's more than 150 forts and castles are enduring monuments to the nation's will…

The Submerged Legacy of Vilarinho da Furna: Portugal’s Lost Village

In Portugal’s storied Minho region, a fascinating revelation appears in rare moments of drought: the haunting remains of Vilarinho da Furna rise from beneath the waters, exposing the silent skeletons…

9 Monument Viewpoints (Miradouros) Overlooking Lisbon

Lisbon is one of the world's most beautiful cities, owing to its many hills, which provide magnificent views from the summit. Numerous hilltops have been terraced to serve as "miradouros"…

Hidden Gems in Lisbon

The allure of Lisbon lies not just in its well-trodden tourist spots but in the enchanting secrets that linger around every corner. Venture beyond the familiar postcard scenes…

Manueline Architecture – 10 of the best examples in Portugal

Manueline, Portuguese Manuelino, particularly rich and lavish style of architectural ornamentation indigenous to Portugal in the early 16th century. The architectural style of these buildings was named after the king and…

Bits & Pieces of Lisbon

Lisbon is the capital and the largest city of Portugal and also one of the oldest cities in the world, and the second-oldest European capital city (after Athens), predating other modern…

Fort of São João Baptista (Berlengas) Portugal.

A fortress off the West coast of Portugal that dates back to 1502. The Fort of São João Baptista das Berlengas is located on the largest island of the archipelago…

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