Tourism in Portugal

When King D.Dinis obtained from pope John XXII the creation of the Military Order of Christ, which was to render such inestimable services to Portugal and the World, his virtuous wife, Queen Isabel de Aragão – the Saint – laid the foundation of the great movement of Christian solidarity by instituting the Congregation of the Holy Spirit, over the Apostles, with festivities and rituals which in many cases undoubtedly of old pagan origin, like the “Festa dos Tabuleiros”.

The third movement of Beethoven's Pastoral Symphony is "Allegro", presenting a merry gathering of country folk. The tiny inviting villages of Center of Portugal are attracting younger generations, gaining a brand new life. These villages are the epicentre of a stress-free lifestyle. In Portugal, we celebrate life with food, sitting at the table with our beloved ones! Food for body and soul.

The stunning city of Aveiro has a deeply diversified offer in terms of hotels and local accommodation. 

The city of Covilhã offers its visitors truly unique gastronomic delights, deeply rooted in the historical past of the once factory-city.