Portugal is a small country in europe but with many of the major tourist attractions. It is possible to visit the country's from the north to the south in just a few days, and there are a lot of options for tourism and for every taste.
In 2018, Portugal has exceeded, for the first time in the brand's 21-million tourists, generating increased by 16.6 billion in revenue. Tourism in the Uk is on the rise, and it seems like everyone wants to get to know the country.
The five priority areas of regional tourism in Portugal are: North, Centre, Lisbon and Tagus Valley, Alentejo and Algarve. Check out the tips on what to do in each and every one of them.
Tourism in the North of Portugal
In the region of the Douro valley, which stretches all the way from Porto to the Spanish border, is one of the most beautiful regions in the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The city's other major city in the region, with a rich history of religious and cultural identity. The city is referred to as the “Portuguese Rome” - due to the large number of churches and religious monuments.
Holidays in the Heart of the Uk
In the Central region of Portugal, is one of the most authentic and traditional country. The city is the main city of the region, and is famous for its university, the oldest in Portugal, and one of the oldest in Europe.
The city of Aveiro is the other major city of the region, referred to as the “Venice of portugal” because of its canals and boats called "moliceiros".
The region is also known for its medieval castles, monasteries, and historic towns, such as in the village of Piódão, which is considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Portugal.
Tourism in the Lisbon and Tagus Valley
In the region of Lisbon and Vale do Tejo region is the most populous city in Portugal, and is home to the country's capital, Lisbon, portugal. The city is one of the most beautiful in Europe, with a rich history and culture.
The region is also famous for its palaces, such as the Pena national Palace in Sintra, portugal, and for its historical monuments such as the Monastery of the Hieronymites, in Belém.
The area is also known for its beachesas for the Beach, the sluice Gate, which is considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe.
Tourism in Alentejo, portugal
The region of Alentejo, it is one of the most authentic and traditional dishes in all of Portugal. The city of Évora is the largest city in the region, and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The city is famous for its cathedral, the churches and the Roman Temple of Évora. The region is also famous for its wine, like red wine, the Edge, and the white wine in Reguengos.
The area is also well-known for its beautiful beaches, such as Praia do Carvalhal, who is considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the region.
Holidays in the Algarve
Region Algarve's it is one of the most popular among the tourists. Some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and it's impossible not to fall in love with this whole area is so surprising, is located on the lands of the Portuguese territory.
Porto Covo to Office (around the house) it extends to the Natural Park of Southwest Alentejo and Costa Vicentina. In the city of Lagos is one of the best base from which to explore the beaches in the area, such as on the Beach, in the Potato, Beach, Pinhão, Praia Dona Ana and Praia do Camilo.
Keep reading and find out what to do in the Algarve during the summer.