Lisbon’s Oldest Road Sign (1686)
QUOTE: IN THE YEAR 1686 HIS MAJESTY ORDERS THAT CARRIAGES, SLEDGES AND BEDDING THAT COMES FROM THE ORDINANCE OF THE SALVADOR RETREAT FOR THE SAME PART. We can still see…
Hidden Gems in Porto
The Pérgola da Foz is a tranquil seaside promenade, and the Fortress of São João Baptista, situated at the confluence of the Atlantic and Duomo, The Fernandina Wall exemplifies the…
Lisbon’s Water Heritage: The Águas Livres Aqueduct
An engineering wonder in the heart of Lisbon bears witness to both the city's historical obstacles and its perseverance in conquering them. The spectacular Águas Livres Aqueduct, which winds over…
THE SETTLEMENT OF CITÂNIA DE BRITEIROS
Citânia de Briteiros is one of the most spectacular archaeological sites in Portugal and by far the largest and most exciting fortified Celtic-Iberian village in the nation. It is approached through…
Manueline’s Development Through the Years
The Manueline, occasionally known as Portuguese late Gothic, is the sumptuous, composite Portuguese architectural style originating in the 16th century, during the Portuguese Renaissance and Age of Discoveries. Manueline is…
Santuário de Santa Luzia
Discover the Santuário de Santa Luzia: A must-see landmark in Viana do Castelo Perched high above Viana do Castelo, the Santuário de Santa Luzia is northern Portugal's architectural and spiritual…
Historical Landmarks in Porto’s Ribeira Area That You Should Visit
Ribeira, Porto's lively area, is the most eclectic portion of the city, attracting people from all walks of life to sit by its banks, including locals, students, and visitors. There…