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The Sanctuary of Christ-King
The Christ-King is one of the monuments that compose the look of the city of Lisbon. The famous view of the Tagus, with 25 de Abril Bridge and the Christ form a very familiar scenario for local and even for tourists. However, the most beautiful view is most likely of...
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Aquele lugar em Alcântara
Aquele lugar em Alcântara is a unique restaurant in many ways. Starting with the point that most distinguishes this place from other "standard" restaurants: there is no menu! The whole experience is a complete surprise to their visitors. At first, an employee asks...
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Insiders Guide: The beautiful beaches of the Algarve
Algarve is a region of exceptional natural heritage. Hot and dry summers and mild winters attract thousands of tourists, both Portuguese and foreign, throughout the year. The coast bathed by warm and calm waters that invite for a swim. Breathtaking landscapes,...
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EuroVelo: 70.000km of bike paths connecting 42 countries in Europe
EuroVelo is a project of the European Cyclists' Federation which plans to build 70.000km of bike paths divided into 14 routes that will connect 42 countries across the European continent. There are already 45.000km built, but it is expected that the entire...
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Cold Greenhouse in Lisbon – a green zone in the center of the city
Those who enjoy gardens and green spaces cannot miss the Cold Greenhouse in Lisbon. The garden, which is located in Parque Eduardo VII, has about 1.5 hectares and is divided into 3 areas. The largest and most famous, which names the space as a whole is the Cold...
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Park and Palace of Monserrate
Located in the Serra de Sintra, 4km away from the historic center, the Park and Palace of Monserrate form one of the best examples of Romantic architecture in Portugal. This place was opened to the public in 2010 after a big restoration process. Unfortunately,...
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Mira de Aire Caves – the largest in Portugal
The Mira de Aire Caves, are the largest in Portugal and are certainly a great option for those looking for a different tour. With 11km of extension , of which 600m can be visited, the caves were elected as one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal. The tour is going...
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Cabo da Roca – the most western point of continental Europe
"Here...where the land ends and the sea begins." was how Camões described the Cabo da Roca in his famous book 'Os Lusíadas'. The site is located in Sintra and it is the most western point of continental Europe. It is approximately a 40 minutes drive from...
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The travesseiros of Piriquita in Sintra
Portugal is one of the countries with the best bakery. Many of portuguese small towns have their own dessert, from the famous Pastel de Belém to the fradinho of Mafra, pies of Azeitão, among others. One of the most popular options for tourists is the...
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Ponta da Piedade: possibly the most beautiful beach in the world!
Summer is that time of year when everyone wants to get away and run to the beach. In Portugal, people think immediately in Algarve. It is true that every piece of the coast is beautiful, but for today's post, we chose a particular place: the Ponta da Piedade!...
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Dissecção – a Vhils exhibition in Lisbon
Between July, 5th and October, 15th - 2014, Alexandre Farto, known as Vhils, makes his first solo exhibition in a Portuguese artistic institution, besides being the largest ever held by the artist. The exhibition, which takes place in the Museum of Electricity in...
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Mercado da Ribeira – Tartar-ia
The famous Mercado da Ribeira in Lisbon is going through a revival, and last May it opened the first part already adapted to the new project: the food court. The initiative was taken by the Time Out Magazine, which brings the first three-dimensional editorial project...
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