Top 20 Portuguese destinations

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Lisboa
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Lisbon is the capital of Portugal. Is known as the city of the light because it is always sunny. Is a city rich in culture and history. If you visit Lisbon we recommend to explore the portuguese calçadas (traditional mosaic walkways), eat the authentic pastel de nata and try one of the many bacalhau dishes. Visit Alfama where you can listen fado and enjoy the most varied restaurants in the streets.
Porto
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Porto is located in the north and is the second largest city in Portugal. Known for it’s famous Port wine. If you visit Porto you should eat francesinha (typical sandwich). Visit Praça da Ribeira and immerses in portuguese culture.
Algarve
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It is considered the place with the best beaches in Portugal. Some of the cities that are worth to visit: Albufeira, Lagos, Portimão and Vilamoura. Try the traditional fish dishes.
Madeira
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Madeira is a subtropical Island known for having one of the best New Year’s Eve parties in the world. Experience the exotic food, visit the house where Christopher Columbus lived and Cristiano Ronaldo Museum, called Museu CR7.
Açores
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Azores is a magical place to visit. With volcanic origin, Azores is made up of unique landscapes, lagoons, hot springs and hills. It has the only European tea plantation. Try the traditional Cozido das Furnas – this dish is prepared by lowering the pot in a hot Spring heated by volcanic steam.
Coimbra
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Coimbra has many medieval and roman ruins to visit. One of the most visited attractions is the University of Coimbra, which is one of the oldest universities in the world.
Braga
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Braga is one of the oldest Portuguese cities, founded by the Romans more than 2000 years ago. The city is known for monuments, traditions, churches, festivities and gastronomy.
Alentejo
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Alentejo is the largest region of Portugal. Visiting Alentejo is to discover fantastic landscapes, a coast with 170km of beautiful beaches and especially a region full of history.
Sintra
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Sintra is one of the most visited destinations in Portugal. Discover the palaces, manor houses and conventual sweets.
Guimarães
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The city is associated with the Foundation of Portugal, and is therefores known as “The Birthplace of Portugal”. Visit the castle where the first king of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques ruled.
Chaves
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Chaves is a small city in the North of Portugal. It is a city with a vast Roman Heritage. It is a great destination for termal tourism.
Nazaré
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Nazaré is a traditional fishing village. It is know by the giant waves having won the record of the longest surf wave ever.
Aveiro
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Aveiro is known as the Portuguese Venice. It is a beautiful city, has typical boats and beautiful beaches to visit. Try the traditional Ovos-moles.
Ericeira
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Ericeira is a small fishing village where surfing is one of the main attractions. The restaurants of Ericeira are a must stop to try delicious Portuguese seafood.
Douro
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The Douro Valley is located in the north of Portugal. It is where Port wine is produce and is known for the undulating curves which creates a fantastic landscape.
Serra da Estrela
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Serra da Estrela is home to the highest mountain peak in continental Portugal and it is the unique place to go skiing in winter.
Costa Nova
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Costa Nova is known for the colorful houses, good seafood and the fantastic beach. It has a privileged view over the ria de Aveiro and the Atlantic.
Parque Nacional Peneda Gerês
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In the extreme north-east of Portugal, Peneda Gerês National Park constitute the only portuguese protected area that as been classified as a National Park. A region known for its beautiful, offers oak forests, waterfalls and a roman road with marks of the ancestors.
Óbidos
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Óbidos is a medieval village considered one of the most beautiful villages in Portugal.
Fátima
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Fátima is a classic destination for religious tourism. It is known for its sanctuary and religious pilgrimages.

Where is Portugal?

Portugal is located on the Iberian Peninsula , in the southwest corner of Europe.

Why Portugal?

Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and is known as the city of the light because it is always sunny. Some of the best places to visit in Lisbon are Alfama , Mosteiro dos Jerónimos , Torre de Belém , Bairro Alto or Castelo de São Jorge . Portugal is know for the most varied things. In the first place the gastronomy where is possible to taste the most varied dishes of bacalhau or eat the authentic pastel de nata .

What visit in Portugal?

The Portuguese beaches are a great destination and a place of reference for seafood . Do you know that the record for the biggest surfing wave in the world belongs to Portugal ? If you are a surf fan and you want to beat the record, Nazaré waves are waiting for you. With its gorgeous beaches and warm, sunny weather, the Algarve is Portugal’s most popular holiday destinations and is considered one of the best places to visit in the Southern of Portugal . Alentejo is the largest region of Portugal . Visiting Alentejo is to discover fantastic landscapes, a coast with 170km of beautiful beaches and especially a region full of history. If you are religious Fátima is the ideal lauching point to explore the culture, history and natural beauty of Portugal’s Centro region . Porto is located in the north and is the second largest city in Portugal . Known for it’s famous Port wine and is considered one of the best places to visit in the Northern of Portugal . If you like to camp and stroll the mountains, the Peneda Gerês National Park is a great destination. Don’t forget to take a cruise in the Douro river and visit the fantastic landscapes of the Douro Valley . And since Portugal is not just sun, if you want to go skiing , Serra da Estrela is the place. In this lesson you will find some of best things to do in Portugal . The tourism of Portugal keeps growing and if you you still have doubts, hope this lesson will help you decide.

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In this lesson you will find with the help of flashcards the the 20 Portuguese best destinations to visit in Portugal and find out how many you can memorize. If you already know this is an excellente opportunity to remember and challenge your friends.

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