Portugal is unusual, amazing and attractive country. In case you
travel Portugal you can't omit visiting its best places, which make unforgettable impression on any person who visit this fascinating country. You will enjoy best places in Portugal if you visit Alfama in
Lisbon, Evora and Porto Santo.
Alfama is the place where lots of churches and historic places are concentrated. It's situated in Lisbon and considered to be its oldest part. In ancient times Alfama was the seat of the Saracens. All historic places are worth seeing as well as Alfama's medieval alleys and well-known impressive views. Narrow streets, whitewashed houses with forged balconies, pots of flowers, which are a kind of essential part of all balconies as well birds in cages. In case you travel Portugal and have an opportunity to visit Alfama, you'll be impressed by unusual and unforgettable combination of simple and ordinary fishermen's houses and decorated baroque churches. Although in 1755 severe earthquake struck the area of Alfama and some historical buildings were destroyed, but still most of today's
sightseeings and attractions in Portugal are left and from year to year they fascinate visitors. It's necessary to mention that you should better avoid walking at night when medieval Alfama's buildings cast their shadows on the streets, it's rather dangerous because you can easily get lost.
In case you are going to travel Portugal and visit the best places in Portugal, we suggest that you visit Evora. Evora is very captivating and unforgettable city with its unique architecture which reflects cities history from Roman times to the present day. The city was founded at the very beginning of the Christian era. In Evora you can visit the cathedral with different Gothic elements which is by the way the largest in Portugal. There is a Sacred Art Museum near the cathedral. This museum is situated in one of two asymmetrical towers. There is also a famous Evora's landmark from the left of the cathedral. This landmark is a graceful Roman temple. In addition to already listed facts referring to Evora, it's necessary to say that this city is also dynamic student city in which lots of restaurants can be found.
The third place we suggest that you visit if you are going to travel Portugal is Porto Santo. Porto Santo means safe port and although it's Madeira's sister island and they are situated very close to each other, the difference between them is very noticeable. Porto Santo is a well-known holiday resort area. Many people come her to relax and to find peace of mind because the island is still filled with atmosphere of serenity. The weather here is always dry and stable. Porto Santo is also a perfect resort for those who like active way of spending time. Windsurfing, tennis, volleyball as well as jet ski, diving, canoeing and other activities are always provided by hotels of Porto Canto. There are different kinds of
adventures in Portugal so you won't have a single opportunity to be bored.
Definitely there are many other sightseeings and attractions in Portugal which are both historic and modern. This is the country, which will always attract its tourists and visitors with its individuality and inscrutability. Don't even hesitate, travel Portugal!