Tourism in Portugal

Easter holidays in Center of Portugal

Easter time can be the perfect excuse to venture into Center of Portugal's inspiring diversity. Matching all tastes, there's a place for everyone in this embracing region. From the jaw-dropping Atlantic coastline to the charming inland, authenticity is the key. Waiting for Easter to come is just part of the magic.

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The Lines of Torres - the routes

The Lines of Torres are among world's most elaborate defensive systems ever built. 
The Lines of Torres
Tourism in Portugal
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The best things to do in Center of Portugal

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Sleeping in Alcobaça
Cities & Villages

Sleeping in Alcobaça

The pleasant city of Alcobaça offers its visitors surprising options in terms of accommodation. Travellers can stay at the brand new 5-star hotel Montebelo Alcobaça Historic Hotel, located in a wing of the stunning UNESCO World Monastery of Alcobaça or at other renowned hotels that provide all the modern comfort and a dedicated service, committed to excellence.
Aristides de Sousa Mendes: a family man
Arts & Culture

Aristides de Sousa Mendes: a family man

Life and legacy of Aristides de Sousa Mendes: Diplomat, family Man, and unyielding defender of Humanity. His brave acts and tragic end remembered.
Architectural icons
Cities & Villages

Architectural icons

Covilhã is a perfect destination for fans of architecture. Prestigious Portuguese architects have left their imprint on the city landscape.
Trays' Feast in Tomar
Cities & Villages

Trays' Feast in Tomar

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”.
"Psalterium" by Ana Bonifácio
Churches & Monasteries

"Psalterium" by Ana Bonifácio

Created by the architect Ana Bonifácio, the work "Psalterium" integrates the temporary exhibit "Rosarium: Joy and Light, Pain and Glory". The rosaries are literally the symbol of the connection between heaven and earth. The bond that unites all pilgrims during their spiritual journey to Fátima.