Portugal: Things To Do
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Lisbon Oceanarium
This world-class Oceanarium, marketed as the second best aquarium in the world, consists of four distinct eco systems replicating the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian and Antarctic Ocean. Come and see otters splashing and diving in the warmer Pacific waters whilst the penguins shuffle around the Antarctica section in their tuxedos.
Jerónimos Monastery
The Jerónimos Monastery, one of Portugal's most famous attractions, is a must-see for tourists in Lisbon. This Monastery is a magnificent example of Manueline architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Azores
An archipelago composed of nine major volcanic islands of the North Atlantic, 900 miles west of Portugal, the Azores have managed to retain not only the islander's traditional way of life but also the island's phenomenal attractions such as the geysers at Lagoa das Furnas and the powdery white sandy beaches of Lagoa da Fogo.
The Minho
Almost frozen in time, The Minho is a special place in the hearts of the Portuguese with its traditional villages and wilderness trails. There are many vineyard-covered valleys and mystical wilderness to explore or postcard-worthy rivers and isolated beaches to relax and unwind. The Minho is near Braga, a city filled with Roman ruins and a fabled medieval cathedral among flower-filled parked and cosy outdoor cafés. The must-see dramatic peaks and meandering streams that surround the Minho offer a fairy-tale-like experience.
Calouste Gulbenkian Museum
One of the world's most important private art collections, this museum displays a variety of works from Ancient Egypt, East Asia, and Armenia, as well as the original paintings of Rembrandt and Monet. Calouste Gulbenkian Museum is perfect for all ages, as it is surrounded by a vast garden, where adults can go on to enjoy cofee and ice cream around koi ponds while kids play.
Lisbon Oceanarium
This world-class Oceanarium, marketed as the second best aquarium in the world, consists of four distinct eco systems replicating the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian and Antarctic Ocean. Come and see otters splashing and diving in the warmer Pacific waters whilst the penguins shuffle around the Antarctica section in their tuxedos.
Jerónimos Monastery
The Jerónimos Monastery, one of Portugal's most famous attractions, is a must-see for tourists in Lisbon. This Monastery is a magnificent example of Manueline architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Azores
An archipelago composed of nine major volcanic islands of the North Atlantic, 900 miles west of Portugal, the Azores have managed to retain not only the islander's traditional way of life but also the island's phenomenal attractions such as the geysers at Lagoa das Furnas and the powdery white sandy beaches of Lagoa da Fogo.
The Minho
Almost frozen in time, The Minho is a special place in the hearts of the Portuguese with its traditional villages and wilderness trails. There are many vineyard-covered valleys and mystical wilderness to explore or postcard-worthy rivers and isolated beaches to relax and unwind. The Minho is near Braga, a city filled with Roman ruins and a fabled medieval cathedral among flower-filled parked and cosy outdoor cafés. The must-see dramatic peaks and meandering streams that surround the Minho offer a fairy-tale-like experience.
Calouste Gulbenkian Museum
One of the world's most important private art collections, this museum displays a variety of works from Ancient Egypt, East Asia, and Armenia, as well as the original paintings of Rembrandt and Monet. Calouste Gulbenkian Museum is perfect for all ages, as it is surrounded by a vast garden, where adults can go on to enjoy cofee and ice cream around koi ponds while kids play.
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