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Portugal’s Tourist Highlights

May 27th, 2008 · No Comments

Lisbon is the capital of one of the world’s major economic, political, and cultural powers of the past. Situated on the eastern coast of the Iberian Peninsula, it boarders the Atlantic Ocean which has determined this country’s vocation to the sea. Major discoveries initiated here and the important cities worship the monuments of that glorious period.

Porto the capital of the country’s most Northern Province is not only famous for its wine, it is a beauty to visit (classified by UNESCO as world Heritage site). In the central region of Portugal, cities like Coimbra, Aveiro, Guarda, Viseu all reveal treasures of a great historical past. Lisbon spreads out along the right bank of the river Tagus. Places to visit: the city centre, the Cathedral, the cultural centre of Belém with de Torre de Belém and Jeronimos monastery, St. George’s Castle, the Bairro Alto and Madragoa.

To the south of the country the province of Algarve spreads out like a warm blanket, sun all year round. Its coastline consists of sandy beaches, extraordinary red cliffs and fantastic grottoes. This is the ideal destination for golf players, water sports fanatics or tourists looking for a relaxing holiday. All modern tourist facilities can be found here.

Tags: Europe · Portugal · Tourist Highlights

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