6 Things To Do
If You Visit
PORTUGAL
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PORTUGAL
Portugal is a great choice, particularly if you like all things maritime related, as Portugal
stretches for 800 kilometers along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. It is graced with Lisbon
as its capital city which sits at the entrance of the majestic River Tagus.
Much of the country is a mix of rugged and scenic landscape coupled with rolling stretches
of Mediterranean landscape. As it lies along the coast you will find some beautiful beaches
here in addition to picturesque coves, quaint villages, and a thriving cultural scene in
Lisbon.
Portugal also has a range of islands on its coast for you to enjoy such as Madeira which is
known as the Garden Isle thanks to its lush vegetation, or the secluded and serene Azores
archipelago. Wherever you choose to go, Portugal is bound not to disappoint and you will be
amazed at how much you can pack in when you visit this small but exciting country.
Here are the best things to do in Portugal:
Pena Palace (Palácio da Pena)
Is one of the most popular tourist attractions in
Portugal and a highlight of Sintra, a convenient day trip
from Lisbon. Considered one of the finest expressions
of 19th-century Romanticism in Europe, it’s both a
UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven
Wonders of Portugal. Set atop a hill and enveloped by
green forest, Pena Palace is instantly identifiable
because of its bright red, yellow and mauve facades,
scalloped white trimmings and pointed turrets. It might
look cartoonish in photos but seen up close in person,
it’s very lavish indeed.
Madeira
IS a popular destination for hiking. The hometown of the
famous soccer star, Cristiano Ronaldo, is also known as
the Floating Garden of the Atlantic because this island
has views of green mountains that are rich in flora and
fauna coupled with beautiful views of the beach beside it.
Some of the landmarks to visit on the island are the home
of Christopher Columbus, the Museu CR7, the Madeira
Wine Museum, and several flower gardens.
Castelo dos mouros
Or we can call The Castle of the Moors is a hilltop
medieval castle located in the central Portuguese civil
parish of Santa Maria e São miguel, in the municipality
of sintra, about 25 km (16 mi) northwest of Lisbon. Built by
the Moors in the 8th and 9th centuries, it was an important
strategic point during the Reconquista, and was taken by
Christian forces after the fall of Lisbon in 1147. It is
classified as a national Monument part of the sintra
Cultural Landscape, a UNESCO World heritage Site. This
castle is almost the same as the wall of china. and also we
can take a beautiful picture for our instagram.
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Furnas Lake
Going to Portugal and not canoeing at Furnas Lake is a big
miss on one of the most thrilling things to do in Portugal.
A walk or a bike ride on the 5 miles long track
circumferencing this lake will certainly pamper you with
stunning views of bamboo forests, redwood forests,
meadows, and far-reaching jungle vines.
Take your camera and go canoeing at the lake to capture
some of the best views and cherish them forever. Have a
great time here.
The Oceanario de Lisboa
Watch sea animals inside large aquarium at The
Oceanario de Lisboa. The Oceanário de Lisboa is a large
public aquarium whose prestige is widely recognised, not
only in Lisbon and Portugal, but also across the world.
Visited by approximately 1 million people every year, the
Oceanário is the most popular cultural attraction in
Portugal.
UNESCO World Heritage Site
The old center of Guimarães is a UNESCO World
Heritage Site, given that this noble city was once the
capital of Portugal. That was during the 12th century,
when the country's first king, Afonso Henriques,
proclaimed this northern city the birthplace of the nation.
A hugely evocative place, Guimarães is the location of a
number of important historic monuments. Actually,
Guimarães's famous main square appears straight out of
the Middle Ages, with its elaborately carved granite
facades; ornate statuary; and the Padrão do Salado, a 14th-
century shrine standing in front of the monastery.
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