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THIS 400-YEAR-OLD AQUEDUCT IN PORTUGAL HAS 180 ARCHES
THIS 400-YEAR-OLD AQUEDUCT IN PORTUGAL HAS 180 ARCHES
Near Tomar, in central Portugal, you'll find one of the country's most impressive aqueducts: Aqueduto dos Pegões Altos. Construction began in 1593, during the reign of King Filipe I, to... Read more...
ONE OF LISBON’S MOST HISTORIC TASCAS HAS A NEW LIFE
ONE OF LISBON’S MOST HISTORIC TASCAS HAS A NEW LIFE
In the old neighbourhood of Madragoa, in Lisbon, there is a small traditional restaurant with a remarkable history. It's called Varina da Madragoa, and it opened in 1967. For decades,... Read more...
5 CURIOSITIES ABOUT THE KING ON THE HORSE IN LISBON’S MOST FAMOUS SQUARE 
5 CURIOSITIES ABOUT THE KING ON THE HORSE IN LISBON’S MOST FAMOUS SQUARE 
In the middle of Praça do Comércio stands the equestrian statue of King José I, one of Lisbon’s most recognisable monuments.But there is much more behind this statue than a... Read more...
ONE OF MADEIRA’S MOST BEAUTIFUL BEACHES ONLY FORMED NATURALLY A FEW YEARS AGO 
ONE OF MADEIRA’S MOST BEAUTIFUL BEACHES ONLY FORMED NATURALLY A FEW YEARS AGO 
On Madeira’s north coast, the village of Seixal has one of the most striking beaches on the island.Praia do Seixal is known for its natural black sand, surrounded by steep... Read more...
YOU CAN WALK 230 METRES UNDER THE ALGARVE
YOU CAN WALK 230 METRES UNDER THE ALGARVE
When people think about the Algarve, they usually think about beaches, cliffs and small coastal towns.But under the city of Loulé there is something completely different.A working salt mine, around... Read more...
BACALHAU À BRÁS: WHAT IT IS AND WHERE TO EAT IT IN LISBON 
BACALHAU À BRÁS: WHAT IT IS AND WHERE TO EAT IT IN LISBON 
The dish is believed to have originated in Bairro Alto, where a tavern owner called Brás created a simple combination of shredded salt cod, onion, thin fried potatoes and eggs.... Read more...
ONE OF PORTUGAL’S MOST BEAUTIFUL AUTUMN WALKS
ONE OF PORTUGAL’S MOST BEAUTIFUL AUTUMN WALKS
Every autumn, a forest above Manteigas, in Serra da Estrela, completely changes colour.The green leaves turn yellow, orange and gold, and the paths become covered with fallen leaves.This is the... Read more...
THIS ALGARVE VILLAGE HAD JUST 9 RESIDENTS. THEN SOMETHING CHANGED
THIS ALGARVE VILLAGE HAD JUST 9 RESIDENTS. THEN SOMETHING CHANGED
In the 1960s, more than 100 people lived in Pedralva, a small village in the western Algarve.But like many rural villages in Portugal, people slowly left for the cities.By 2006,... Read more...
IF I ONLY HAD 24 HOURS IN LISBON, THIS IS WHAT I WOULD DO
IF I ONLY HAD 24 HOURS IN LISBON, THIS IS WHAT I WOULD DO
Trying to see Lisbon in 24 hours is difficult.I would have to leave out some of my favourite places, like Gulbenkian, Campo de Ourique and many other neighbourhoods that deserve... Read more...
One of Portugal’s Most Beautiful Train Journeys Starts in Porto 
One of Portugal’s Most Beautiful Train Journeys Starts in Porto 
If you are visiting Porto, there is an easy day trip that I think deserves much more attention.Take the train from Porto São Bento towards the Douro Valley.The journey slowly... Read more...
THE TRADITIONAL CHIMNEYS OF THE ALGARVE
THE TRADITIONAL CHIMNEYS OF THE ALGARVE
One of the details I like most in old Algarve houses is the chimney.Many traditional houses have tall white chimneys decorated with small geometric openings. Some are quite simple, while... Read more...
NAZARÉ’S GIANT WAVE SEASON IS ABOUT TO BEGIN
NAZARÉ’S GIANT WAVE SEASON IS ABOUT TO BEGIN
If you are visiting Portugal between October and March, this is something worth keeping on your list.This is the main season for the giant waves of Nazaré, especially at Praia... Read more...