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One of the main attractions of Coimbra’s central historic area, this fascinating preserved cathedral has a fortress design and Arabic touches.

This enormous historic landmark is impossible to miss. It stands as a testament to the ingenuity of the town’s 16th-century engineers. 

Traverse the battlements of this huge medieval fortress, which sits atop a hill and offers views of the surrounding rice fields that extend for miles.

Explore this century-old Mediterranean and Arabian-style mansion that still houses its original furniture, striking azulejos and a private art collection.

Visit the museum for an explanatory film and explore the remaining parts of this nunnery that was often at risk of flooding.

Visit the museum for an explanatory film and explore the remaining parts of this nunnery that was often at risk of flooding.

Visit the museum for an explanatory film and explore the remaining parts of this nunnery that was often at risk of flooding.

One of the main attractions of Coimbra’s central historic area, this fascinating preserved cathedral has a fortress design and Arabic touches.

Gaze up at the impressive gateway to the Old Town of Lagos and learn about the patron saint of fishermen at the port. 

One of the main attractions of Coimbra’s central historic area, this fascinating preserved cathedral has a fortress design and Arabic touches.

One of the main attractions of Coimbra’s central historic area, this fascinating preserved cathedral has a fortress design and Arabic touches.

Visit the museum for an explanatory film and explore the remaining parts of this nunnery that was often at risk of flooding.

See the captivating history and colorful culture of Évora brought to life through thousands of exhibits in this well-maintained museum. 

Visit the museum for an explanatory film and explore the remaining parts of this nunnery that was often at risk of flooding.

This enormous historic landmark is impossible to miss. It stands as a testament to the ingenuity of the town’s 16th-century engineers. 

See the captivating history and colorful culture of Évora brought to life through thousands of exhibits in this well-maintained museum. 

See the captivating history and colorful culture of Évora brought to life through thousands of exhibits in this well-maintained museum. 

Traverse the battlements of this huge medieval fortress, which sits atop a hill and offers views of the surrounding rice fields that extend for miles.

Traverse the battlements of this huge medieval fortress, which sits atop a hill and offers views of the surrounding rice fields that extend for miles.

Discover the many fascinating features of this magnificent and historic building, the earliest parts of which date from the 12th century. 

Gaze up at the impressive gateway to the Old Town of Lagos and learn about the patron saint of fishermen at the port. 

One of the main attractions of Coimbra’s central historic area, this fascinating preserved cathedral has a fortress design and Arabic touches.

Visit the museum for an explanatory film and explore the remaining parts of this nunnery that was often at risk of flooding.