Portugal is unfortunately a very centralised country. Because of that, many beautiful places outside Lisbon end up forgotten or slowly abandoned.
But Portugal is much more than its main cities.
Here are 5 places that show a very different side of the country.
Casal de São Simão
A small schist village surrounded by forest in the Serra da Lousã area. Quiet streets, stone houses and beautiful nature all around.
Sistelo
Often called the “Portuguese Tibet” because of its green terraces built into the mountains. One of the most unique landscapes in northern Portugal.
Drave
An abandoned village in the mountains near Arouca. No roads reach the village, so you need to hike to get there. Very isolated and peaceful.
Monsanto
Built between giant granite boulders, this historic village almost looks unreal in some places. One of the most iconic villages in Portugal.
Soajo
Known for its traditional stone espigueiros used to store corn. Located inside Peneda-Gerês National Park, with mountains, rivers and old stone houses nearby.
Places like these remind you how diverse Portugal actually is.
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