A holiday in Portugal
is a top choice for many travellers. The warm weather, close proximity
to the ocean, beautiful inland country, and exciting cities, castles,
beaches and other attractions make a holiday in Portugal an unforgettable
experience. The following is a description of four of the top destinations
for those spending their holidays in Portugal.
Top destination picks for Portugal holidays
Lisboa (Lisbon)
The nation’s capital is in Lisboa, located on the west
coast of the country along the banks of the Tagus river. The
hilly city is filled with history, architecture and some of the
country’s
best shopping, dining, and nightlife experiences. There are
several beaches within minutes of the city. For many it is
the perfect place to spend their holiday in Portugal.
Madeira
Located just
over 600 miles southwest of Lisbon in the waters of the Atlantic
are the islands of Madeira, Porto Santo and several smaller uninhabited
islands. Warm and welcoming year-round, and home to beautiful beaches,
historic churches, lush vegetation and a cosmopolitan air in the
capital city of Funchal. An international airport makes getting
there easy.
Algarve
Perhaps the
most popular destination in Portugal is the Algarve area, the southernmost
region of the country. This area has luxury accommodations, exquisite
beaches, exciting nightlife, and many activities and attractions.
The towns of Faro, Lago, and Silves are some of the most popular
destinations in the Algarve region.
Porto
Located in the
northernmost region of Portugal, Porto is the areas largest city
and known as the home of the world famous port wine. Located on
the ocean, it is ideal for sailing, fishing, and other water activities.
It also offers outstanding architecture, museums, shopping and
restaurants. Many people choose Porto as the base for their Portugal
holidays as it allows easy access to numerous other attractions
in the region and surrounding area.
Azores
The Azores archipelago,
another group of islands approximately 900 miles from the mainland,
is another of Portugal’s
most popular destinations. Also known as Acores, which means
goshawk, the area is recognized as an autonomous region.
The nine islands of Azores offer beautiful beaches, stunning
scenery, a host of water activities, and numerous caves just
waiting to be explored.
There are many other beautiful and interesting places throughout
the country, which is why millions of travellers choose to spend
their holiday in Portugal each year.
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