Still not sure where you are going to spend your next vacation? What do you think if we propose a nearby destination, cheap and with a lot to offer? We are referring to Portugal , a country that has everything the traveler could wish for, including beautiful towns that are worth visiting.
Knowing that we have left many in the pipeline, today at Vuela Viajes we wanted to take a tour of some of the best towns in the neighboring country. Would you like to join us?
Sintra
First of all, we are going to tell you about Sintra, a town belonging to the Lisbon District that, for a long time, was the residence of the kings of Portugal. Here you can find historic mansions and numerous castles , such as the Sintra National Palace, the Pena Palace, the Quinta de Regaleira, the Castelo dos Mouros and the Moserrate Palace.
Valença do Minho
We continue our tour of the most beautiful towns in Portugal in Valença do Minho, a beautiful town located in the District of Viana do Castelo. As you can see in the image, this territory is surrounded by a fortress created from different star-shaped modules. Inside you will find that medieval essence that travelers like so much.
Óbidos
We return to the District of Portugal to talk to you about Óbidos, a town declared a National Heritage Site that preserves some of the most important constructions of the medieval era in Portugal such as its Castle, which dates from the 12th century. In addition, you will love its Andalusian-style white houses.
Marvao
Another town that cannot be missing from our list is Marvao, a town belonging to the Portalegre District that seems to have frozen in time. Located in the Alentejo region, it surprises for its fortified shape and for being located on top of a hill . Inside we find white houses with picturesque roofs.
Angra do Heroismo
Nor could Angra do Heroismo, capital of Terceira Island, in the Azores, be missing from this list. Although it is actually a city, it maintains that air of a fishing village, with a beautiful port and an old part with beautiful houses.
Chaves
We also want to talk about Chaves, a town located in the north of Portugal, next to the Tamega River. Its rich heritage includes beautiful churches, a beautiful medieval old town, a castle and a Roman bridge. In addition, its spas stand out.
Elvas
We continue our tour in Elvas, a town located in the District of Portalegre. It is a beautiful fortified city that preserves the three forts and the belt of walls in perfect condition. In fact, it is one of the most complex military structures in Europe. In addition to walking inside the wall, you will love visiting its aqueduct.
Ericeira
Another town that cannot be missing from the list is Ericeira, a town with eight centuries of history perfect for spending a vacation by the sea. Located 50 kilometers from Lisbon, it offers clean waters, excellent quality beaches and a perfect environment for walking , discovering a colorful popular architecture, small fishing moorings and beautiful chapels.
Silves
Nor could we forget Silves, a beautiful town located in the Faro District, in the Algarve, which stands out for its Moorish castle, which is the best preserved in all of Portugal, its cathedral, its medieval red stone wall and its winding alleys.
Monsanto
Finally, we want to talk about Monsanto, a town located on the slope of a steep mountain that has a castle from the time of the Templars at its top. What is most striking is that some houses appear to have been crushed by rocks.