Nearly everyone has heard of the ‘Seven Wonders of the World’, a list of man-made wonders that was originally compiled in 100 BC. This list featured seven monuments across the known world of the time – the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern regions. In 2007, Portugal would set about deciding its own version of the Seven …
Silves is the historic capital of the Algarve and retains much of its grand history. Silves has one of the best examples of a 13th century castle and its town has many of its historic features from its long past. This history and culture is balanced with the usual features of Portuguese life, a lively …
Ferragudo is a small but beautiful village located on the Arade estuary opposite the city of Portimão. Fortunately, Ferragudo has escaped the heavy development of its neighbours and keeps a small but relatively traditional feel. It is well known for its picturesque village, beautiful beaches, it’s small harbour, and of course as a fishing village, …
Evoramonte is a tiny, but stunning walled village in the Alentejo region of Portugal. Many places in the Alentejo could be taken straight from fantasy films; walled villages, beautiful castles and timeless countryside. A perfect example of this is the delightful village of Évoramonte. It’s a small village of just several hundred people surrounded by …