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Algarve is famous not only due to its beautiful beaches and abundance of seafood, but also for its countless attractions. Travelers that are fond of excursions can safely go to any city of the Algarve and enjoy the charm of historical places. The old fishing village of Sagres is home to a unique sea attraction, as here is the biggest wind rose in the country; its diameter is 43 meters. There is also the curious natural landmark, Ponta Sagres. This unusual stone formation looks like a huge finger pointing towards the sea. Several important religious sites, including Igreja de S. António are situated in Lagos. There are also several interesting museums in the city. Many excursions cover the town of Portimao. There you can see the majestic Fortaleza da Santa Catarina de Ribamar, as well as a lovely Igreja Mãe built in the 18th century. The unique monument of Moorish culture is located in Silves; the beautiful castle has perfectly survived to this day. It is surrounded by high walls with huge water reservoirs. These massive fortifications were built on the site of an ancient mosque. Near the castle you can see the ruins of the old bridge built during the reign of the Roman Empire. Lagos also has a scenic medieval castle, as well as the very special monastery, Convento de São José. An excursion program is held there every day. One of the busiest tourist towns of the province is Albufeira; it has an attractive historic area and a modern center with an abundance of … Read further

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Travel guide to Algarve

Gourmets should certainly spend several days in Albufeira. This city is famous for its upscale national restaurants where you can taste the most popular sea delicacies. The famous national dish is cataplana cooked of several shellfish and fish species. National restaurants offer interesting dishes of sea bass and sardines. These dishes are cooked in different ways. To taste unusual national specialties, … Open

Best beaches

Praia do Amado enjoys unchanged popularity among fans of surfing; it has great conditions for training. Waves in this part of the coast are always pretty strong and the number of tourists is relatively small, so nothing will prevent surfers to train and rest. If Praia do Amado will seem too crowded, then you can go to the neighboring areas of the coast, where the number of tourists will be much less. It's also worth … Open

Advices for travellers

1. Those looking for privacy are advised to choose beaches located in the western part of the coast. It is dominated by rocky beaches with tranquil ambience. The eastern part of the coast is considered to be more noisy and crowded. It features sandy beaches that are ideal for families with children. 2. There is a regular bus service connecting major cities of the province; the ticket price is usually less than 20 … Open

Traditions and mentality of Algarve

One of the largest events in the region is FATASIL Fair, where both large industrial enterprises and local artisans take part. The Fair is held in the second half of August, and it usually lasts for 10 days; the permanent venue for the exhibition is Lagos. FATASIL appeals not only to fans of shopping, but also to those who enjoy exciting recreational activities. After appreciating the diversity of exhibited … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

Locals are so fond of grilled sardines that they have dedicated an amazing holiday to this popular delicacy. Sardinha Festival takes place in early August; the birthplace of the holiday and its permanent venue is the city of Portimao. Numerous tents are set at the city's main streets and squares and chefs cook delicious grilled sardines there. During the festival there are often interesting competitions; fiercest … Open

Attractions and active leisure

The resort is located in the unique nature reserve, so travelers can relax amid picturesque pine forests and clear lakes. Fans of sports entertainment would enjoy this land too, as the most prestigious golf resorts and ultramodern sports complexes are located on its territory. Vilamoura is a great beach resort; it was literally created for recreation and entertainment. Every year, its infrastructure is becoming … Open

Portugal - moving around the country

Today, three international air harbors are operational in Portugal. The central airport in Portugal is Portela’s airport in Lisbon. It is located near the capital, so tourists will not have any problems with a trip to the city. There buses run different routes, and there are taxis on standby at the exit from the terminal. The airport has well developed infrastructure. On its territory you will find one of the largest duty-free shops in all of Portugal, souvenir shops and food stores. There are also several free children’s rooms, in which families with children can occupy their kids before their flight. … Open

Nature and parks of Portugal

Park “Bukasu” located on the west of Serra da Estrela, is a former territory of the monastery carefully guarded by the monks of the Order of the Carmelites since the 17th century. Age-old cedars brought to the country from Goan are abundantly planted on the huge territory (more than 400 hectares) of the monastery. In addition to the relict trees, the park has about 400 species of rare plants. The center of the reserve is the San Mamede Ridge, a habitat for bears. The protected natural area is a traditional place for eco-tourism popular in the modern world. … Open

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