Portugal attractions 2013

Portugal attractions 2013, this is our guide of where to visit in Portugal and what to see in Portugal. This list of the major attractions in Portugal is designed to help you get the best out of your holiday in Portugal.

Jeronimos Monastry in Belem, Lisbon is an outstanding example of Manueline architecture from the early 16th century. This UNESCO world heritage site is a Portuguese icon.

Belem tower in Lisbon is also a UNESCO world heritage site and is another one of the iconic images of Lisbon.

The Peneda-Geres National Park (PNPG) is located north east of Porto on the west coast, in the hills beyond Braga and Ponte de Lima. An area of outstanding beauty, excellent for outdoor activities including hiking, climbing, canyoning and white water rafting.

Soares dos Reis National Museum in Porto contains a collection of artworks from all over the world, as well as ceramics, furniture and engravings.

Henry the Navigator’s House in Porto is a museum in the great explorers old home.

Oceanarium in Lisbon is an impressive aquarium with numerous species of fish and mammals on display.

Zoomarine theme park near Albufeira in the Algarve is one of the major attractions in the area. A family venue with dolphins, seals and sea lion shows.

Rio Formosa Nature Reserve near Faro in the Algarve is a stretch of land with numerous sand dunes and lagoons which host a wide variety of bird life.

Pena Palace in Sintra is a combination of Gothic and Moorish architecture, built in 1839 as a retreat for the royals.

Foz Coa is a rock art site from the paleolithic era, a UNESCO World Heritage site located inland from Porto. 

Monchique Thermal Baths also known as Caldas de Monchique the baths were first established by the romans. Located north of Portimao in the Algarve, today the mineral rich spa water is still popular.

Algarve Shopping is an enormous mall and entertainment centre located near Albufuria in Guia.

Silves Castle in the Algarve is an imposing monument which played an important part in Portuguese history.

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