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Portogallo


Nome ufficiale: República Portuguesa
( Repubblica portoghese)
Capitale: Lisbona
Forma di governo:
Repubblica parlamentare
Area: 92.090 km²
Popolazione: 10,3 milioni
Altre citiies principali: Porto, Fartima, Coimbra, Faro
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Il Portogallo è il paese più occidentale d'Europa con un solo confine con la Spagna.
È stato benedetto con un clima glorioso e paesaggi naturali mozzafiato.
In Portogallo, troverai di tutto, dai tesori naturali e monumenti storici alla ricca cultura popolare e spettacoli nelle strade trafficate della città.
Lisbona
Lisbona, la capitale nazionale, si trova sulle rive del fiume Tago, si snoda verso l'alto tra una serie di colline. È una città sulla costa costellata di paesaggi collinari, famosa per i suoi affascinanti vicoli, le strade acciottolate di pietra fiancheggiate da case dai toni pastello e l'architettura rustica. Ovunque ti avventuri, sei praticamente garantito per avere una vista meravigliosa!

Antique Trams
The distinctive quaint yellow trams screech and rattle through the narrow winding streets of the city are one of Lisbon’s most iconic symbols. These antique electric vehicles are the city’s most photographed public transportation and Lisbon tram 28 is the jewel among them. The 28 tram connects Martim Moniz with Campo Ourique, and passes through the popular tourist districts of Alfama, Baixa and Chiado.
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Belém Tower
La Torre di Belém, sorvegliata la foce del fiume Tago, originariamente costruita come torre difensiva della città. Successivamente, fungeva da faro e ufficio doganale per gli esploratori portoghesi e anche da porta cerimoniale per Lisbona.
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Jeronimos Monastery
The monastery is one of the most prominent examples of the Portuguese Late Gothic Style, known as Manueline style of architecture, a Portuguese Gothic that developed under the reign of King Manuel I. It was classified a UNESCO World Heritage Site, along with the nearby Tower of Belém in 1983. The monastery was built to commemorate the triumphant return of Vasco da Gama from India. It is elaborately carved to show the glorious wealth that the age of exploration brought to the Portuguese empire. A Lisbon’s must-see marvel!
Vasco da Gama
Portuguese navigator who established the sea link between Portugal and India (1497-1498), thus setting a new trade route which for over a century, would grant the Portuguese supremacy in the Indian Ocean. His tomb lies just inside the entrance to Santa Maria church located inside the monastery.
Monument of the Discoveries
This stunning monument was built in 1960 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the death of Prince Henry the Navigator (1394-1460), one of the great Portuguese Discoverers. He was a central figure in the 15th-century European maritime discoveries. He discovered the Azores, Madeira and Cape Verde.
Leading the ship is Prince Henry the Navigator and behind him are 33 other great Portuguese discoverers of that era, including explorers, cartographers, artists, scientists, poets and missionaries. The courage and bravery of the Portuguese navigators crossing the world and discovered new lands was unforgettable to the world!
Try to identify the main navigators, such as Bartholomew Dias – who crossed the Cape of Torments; Vasco da Gama – who discovered the maritime route to India; Pedro Álvares Cabral – who discovered Brazil; and Magellan – the first European to cross the southern Pacific and circumnavigate the earth, which verified that the Earth was round. Come and make your own discoveries!
Compass Rose
The magnificence of the Compass Rose, a marble mosaic at the foot of the Monument that represents a compass, with the world map and the routes of the Discoveries. It’s a gift from Republic of South Africa.
25th of April Bridge
25th of April is the longest suspension bridge in Europe. It has two levels, the top level is for cars and the lower, which was added in 1999 is for trains.
It connects the city of Lisbon to the municipality of Almada. It was inaugurated on August 6, 1966 and was named Salazar Bridge, after António de Oliveira Salazar, dictator of Portugal until 1974. After the Carnation Revolution that took place on the 25 April 1974 and Salazar’s regime was overturned, the Bridge was given the name of 25th of April.
Cristo Rei National Sanctuary
Located in Almada, on the south bank of Tagus river, Cristo Rei is a sanctuary and a religious monument representing the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This majestic 110 meter high building was inaugurated in 1959.
Alfama Quarter
The oldest district of Lisbon, this picturesque neighborhood is composed of twisting narrow streets, labyrinthine alleyways, cobbled terraces, flowered balconies and steep flights of steps. One of the most typical locations to discover the Portuguese culture.
St. George's Castle (Castelo de São Jorge)
The most visible landmark of Lisbon, this medieval Castle of São Jorge, standing tall and firm on top of the tallest hill in the city, overlooking the Portuguese capital, offers fabulous views of the city from the observation terrace. Strolling around the ramparts, castle towers and the gardens, you won’t believe you’re in the modern age!

St. Gerorge's Castle

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Commercial Square (Praça do Comércio)
Down by the river, is Lisbon’s huge captivating square, with its grand 18th-century colonnades, triumphal arch,and statue of King José I. This was Lisbon´s great reception hall. Throughout centuries, many heads of state disembarked for meetings with the Portuguese kings and queens.

Cathedral Sé de Lisboa
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Lisbon Cathedral
The oldest church in the city built by Portugal's first king on the site of an old mosque in 1150 for the city's first bishop. It is predominantly Romanesque in style.
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Cathedral Sé de Lisboa
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Basilica da Estrela
Basilica da Estrela
the Baroque Basilica da Estrela (Star Basilica) with its two gleaming white spires piercing the skies, draws admiring glances from all across Lisbon. The church is one of the capital's grandest.
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Aveiro
Aveiro è una vivace città spesso chiamata "la Venezia del Portogallo" per la sua pittoresca cornice di canali panoramici collegati da affascinanti ponti e costellati di gondole colorate e motoscafi.
Braga
Braga is located in Northern Portugal and was founded by the Romans with the name Bracara Augusta. It is one of the oldest Portuguese cities and one of the oldest Christian cities in the world.
Braga is fame for Bom Jesus do Monte, the most impressive religious sanctuary in Portugal. Lies in a verdant park draped over the western slopes of Monte Espinho and remains one of Portugal's most compelling visitor attractions.
Bom Jesus do Monte (Good Jesus of the Mount)
Listed in 2019 as World Heritage by UNESCO, Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary is not only an important tourist attraction of Braga, it is also a site of worship for pilgrims from around the world.
The construction of the Sanctuary began in 1784 to substitute an old temple that was demolished because of its poor state of conservation.
Connecting the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus at the submit is the splendid 18th-century granite Baroque staircase that rises 116 meters and has 640 steps. Along the stairways, there are series of chapels displaying the 14 Stations of the Via Sacra, the five senses section with fountains and statues of characters from the Bible and the much-photographed three virtues representing faith, hope and Christian charity.
At the submit of Bom Jesus you can admire the beautiful gardens, caves, fountains, and even relax on a rowing boat. Arguably , it offers exhilarating views of Braga.
Good to know that you can reach the submit via the hydraulically operated funicular railway too!
Raio Palace
This palace was built in 1750, with outstanding walls clad with blue azulejos, which contrast with the graceful granite carvings on the doorways and window frames.
It’s now a museum with some old medical artefacts as well as information about the building and its recent restoration.
Republic Square (Praça da República)
The Republic Square was plotted in the 1800s, long and grand and walled by many beautiful buildings, fountains and radiating streets.
La costa di Lisbona ha molto da offrire. Cabo da Roca, il punto più occidentale dell'Europa continentale, le località turistiche di Cascais ed Estoril.
Cascais is the finest resort town of the Lisbon coastline, and is a highly recommended day trip from Lisbon. The former fishing village gained fame as a resort for Portugal's royal family in the late 19th century. Nowadays, it is a popular vacation spot for the Portuguese as well as for international tourists, all of them drawn by its fine beaches. Within Cascais are grand mansions, fascinating museums and attractive parks and a posh ambience on these streets, in its boutiques, restaurants and cafes.The squares and sidewalks are paved with amazing mosaics in various patterns.
Santa Marta Lighthouse and Museum
Rising from the Fort of Santa Marta, the blue and white lighthouse has been guiding ships in and out of the mouth of Tagus Estuary since 1868. Until 1981 it was manned continuously by lighthouse keepers, however these days the light is automated. The beacon still functions and a fog horn still blasts when visibility is low. Next to it , its a museum displaying the site's history as well as the development of the optical devices used in Portugal's lighthouses.
Seixas Palace
Symbol of the city of Cascais, this manor was built in the site of the fortress of Foz, that once existed here to protect the city from enemy attacks. The castle is not open for public, but you can visit the garden for the photo opportunities.
Museum Condes de Castro Guimarães
In 1910, the Count Manuel de Castro Guimarães aquires the house and after his dead in 1927, he donated his Palace to the state of Cascais. His desire was to built an art museum and a public library. The museum opened on July 12, 1931.
This museum enriched with paintings, Indo-Portuguese furniture, jewellery, prehistoric archaeology from local caves, oriental porcelain and a neo-Gothic organ.
Citadel of Cascais
The Citadel of Cascais is built between the 15th and 17th centuries to defend the Cascais coastline and River Tagus estuary and to protect against attacks on the capital, Lisbon.
Capo di Roco, Cascais
The most westerly point of mainland Europe.
Boca do Inferno
The Boca do Inferno, means the "Mouth of Hell", is a unique sea-arch and cliff formation. The seawater crash against the cliff, eventually carved an arch into the massive coastal rocks, and they end up in an awesome banging sound during windy days, filling the air with dense vapour all around, making it a popular tourist attraction near Cascais.
Coimbra
Coimbra, è l'antica capitale del Portogallo in età medievale da oltre 100 anni.
Conosciuta come la "città studentesca", ospita una delle più grandi e antiche università d'Europa, fondata nel 1290. Splendida istituzione che circonda un cortile aperto, ha un'architettura medievale interessante e spettacolare. La biblioteca, Biblioteca Joanina, oltre alla straordinaria architettura barocca, ha una collezione di 300.000 libri e manoscritti antichi. L'università è stata dichiarata patrimonio mondiale dell'UNESCO.
Estoril
Casino Estoril is perfect for those who want to try their luck. Beautiful decoration, good location, plenty of opportunities (slot machines and roulette tables) - all this attracts hundreds of fortune hunters.

Estoril Casino
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Évora
Évora è la capitale della regione dell'Alentejo, considerata per il suo centro storico ben conservato in Portogallo, che ospita oltre 4.000 strutture storiche tra cui le antiche mura e templi romani e la cattedrale gotica di Evora del XIII secolo. Non lontano dalla città si trova il più grande complesso europeo di megaliti preistorici che meritano una visita
Roman Temple
Temple of Diana
This Corinthian Roman Temple was built in the 1st century and was dedicated to to Diana, the ancient Roman goddess of the moon. One of Évora’s most famous historical attractions with its 14 columns still stand proud over a granite base , as a testament to Roman grandeur.
Évora Cathedral
The Évora Cathedral is located on the highest point in Évora, offering a prime view from the rooftop terrace. The front of the cathedral is made of pink granite which resemble a fortress. The cathedral was changed and fortified throughout the years, so has a jumble of architecture. The interior contains a 15th century statue of the pregnant Virgin Mary known as The Lady of Mothers. There was probably a mosque here before.
Évora’s Walls
The old city of Évora is completely surrounded by the well preserved 14th century medieval walls, but the origins of these walls go back to the 3rd century. You can spot Moorish traces from the early middle ages too.
Giraldo Square
Évora’s main square, the city's bustling hub, a favorite meeting place where locals mingle with tourists. In the beginning of the square is the Church of Santo Antão with charming striking facade, graceful arcades, host of cafes and shops flanked the square.
Aqueduct Agua de Prata
A 16th-century aqueduct, channelling water to the city for almost 20 kilometres. It is a testament to Roman-inspired construction. Over the years, shops, warehouses, and other commercial premises have been built within its arches. The view makes great photo opportunities.
Megaliths Sites
This Neolithic site, known as Cromlech of Almendres, is a mysterious site made up of 95 granite stones, forming two huge circles, dating back 8,000 years. This mysterious piece of Neolithic site is probably served as an ancient religious site and as an astronomical tool for marking keys days in the calendar. While smaller than Stonehenge, the Cromlech of Almendres about 2000 years older.
Fátima
Scopri la vita di pellegrino religioso quando visiti il Santuario di Fatima, uno dei siti più importanti del cristianesimo.
Monsaraz
Monsaraz, il grazioso villaggio medievale di Monsaraz, mantiene la magia dei tempi antichi come pochi altri al mondo.
Monsaraz Castle
Monsaraz Castle is a unique touristic spot . It is one of the most splendid places to look at the wonderful Alqueva Dam, the largest artificial lake in Europe and one of the greatest Portuguese constructions of the century.
Obidos
Situato sulla cima di una collina, è circondato da un antico muro fortificato. Un labirinto di stradine acciottolate, piazze affollate, invitanti caffè, negozi caratteristici e case imbiancate a calce con fiori colorati compongono le attrazioni della città.
Porto
Porto, seduto sul fiume Duoro, con alti vertiginosi e un aspetto robusto, è ottimo per il vino di Porto. Questa città è probabilmente la regione più storica del paese, ottima per gli appassionati di storia.
Cais da Ribeira
Cais da Ribeira is one of the most popular neighborhoods, lined with café, restaurants and picturesque piazza where tourists and locals mingle. You’ll have spectacular views, including sunsets over Porto’s iconic bridge, Luís I Bridge. A little chaotic but its great fun to explore.
Azulejo Art
Azulejo tiles are unique to Portugal in the way they are used to decorate buildings, streets, and homes, and this is especially noticeable in Porto.
Chapel of the Souls (Capela das Almas)
Chapel of the Souls (Capela das Almas), is a building from the 18th century that is known by its Azulejo tile covered façade. These panels represent episodes from the lives of S. Francis of Assisi and Saint Catherine. To create this magnificent piece of work, 16.000 tiles were needed.
Carmo and Carmelitas Churches (Igreja do Carmo and Igreja dos Carmelitas )
The Carmo and Carmelitas churches look like the biggest church in the city. In fact, they are two churches in Porto that stand almost side by side, separated by one of the world’s narrowest houses. The house was built in between to prevent any contact between the nuns of Igreja dos Carmelitas and the monks of Igreja do Carmo.
The Igreja do Carmo has an outstanding azulejo-covered exterior with the azulejos added in 1912. The tiles They depict scenes of the founding of the Carmelite Order and Mount Carmel.
Avenida dos Aliados
Avenida dos Aliados is the heart of Porto. A grandiose boulevard surrounded by many beautiful ornate buildings of different architectural styles. In the beginning of the avenue, stands the neoclassical City Hall. In front of the City Hall is the General Humberto Delgado Square (Praça do General Humberto Delgado), a huge tree-lined square flanked by busy roads to either side. Other notable buildings include the the "O Comércio do Porto" newspaper offices and probably the most impressive of all, the "A Nacional" insurance company building. At the other end of the avenue is Liberdade Square (Praça da Liberdade), a square adorned with a statue of King Pedro IV on a horse.
Lello Bookstore (Livraria Lello)
One of the most stunning bookshops and frequently rated among the top bookstores in the world.
The interior is lined with wooden handcrafted panels, an exquisite wooden and red velvet staircase connecting the two floors and a marvelous stained-glass skylight at the top that illuminates the shop.
Lello Bookstore is so magnificent that inspired J.K. Rowling , the author of Harry Potter, when writing Harry Potter’s Hogwarts library.
You cannot miss a visit to this delightful bookshop, where you’ll feel that you’ve just walked into a fairy-tale setting instead of a library.