Tourisme in portugal

Portugal a vast and magnificent coastline fringed beaches and cliffs, a hinterland constantly caressed by the sun: Welcome to Portugal! Add to this an extraordinary cultural and historical heritage combined with delicious cuisine, and it does not take more to want to discover this tourist destination.

Of course there is fado, represented by the famous Amalia Rodrigues, but Portugal can boast of having given birth to characters like Vasco da Gama great discoverer of the fifteenth century, or Camões epic poet of the sixteenth century who are honored on June 10 of each year (holiday). Similarly for the writer Fernando Pessoa considered the greatest Portuguese writer.

More discreet than its neighbor Spain, Portugal wants anyway alive. If you still hesitate to plan a getaway: go for it!

The dynamism of the country presents some paradoxes. It contrasts with great religious fervor and palpable traditionalism. Nevertheless, the country of Discovery displays a wide variety of landscapes and incredible cultural richness.

If the majority of tourists are attracted to the seaside resorts of the Algarve, situated on the south coast of the country, other regions also have advantages not to be overlooked.

Porto, the home of the eponymous wine at Evor, Moorish, to Sintra, city of palaces and gardens, or by Coimbra, student, Portugal conceals invaluable treasures, sometimes wrongly neglected by tourists.

Similarly, that would be no Lisbon Portugal? The country's capital, although modernized and cosmopolitan, has preserved its authenticity. She also seems to have realized the richness of its architectural treasures as evidenced by the ongoing restorations. In addition, the city has retained its division district by district, which gives it a village feel.

And we must not forget, Portugal includes Madeira and the Azores. Although situated over a thousand kilometers from the mainland and independent from an administrative point of view, these two archipelagos, are indeed part of the country. Their volcanic landscapes and lush vegetation offer a different face Portugal. But here too the Portuguese culture remains firmly rooted in morals.