Portugal is forced to be in the shadow of its neighbor Spain, but meanwhile it is no worse and offers its guests many places for recreation and entertainment. Unforgettable beaches, cultural monuments, Lisbon, the capital of the country, deserves a special word.
Instructions
Step 1
One of the most important sights of Portugal is Fátima - a holy place located 130 km north of Lisbon. According to legend, the place was named after a Moorish princess who converted to Christianity in order to marry a local count. The place was announced to the saints after the Virgin Mary appeared to three shepherdesses here on May 13, 1917 and said that she would continue to be announced on the 13th of every month. On October 13 of the same year, she appeared before the eyes of 70,000 pilgrims and since then more than 4 million believers come to Fátima every year.
Step 2
In Portugal, one of the longest bridges in the world, Ponte Vasco da Gama, is located, the length of which is 17.2 km. This bridge has gained fame as a real attraction and connects Lisbon with the cities of Alcocheti, Montijo and Setubal.
Step 3
The peculiarity of the geographical location of Portugal has led to the fact that it is here that the westernmost point of Europe is located. Cabo da Roca is located at 1140 meters above sea level. The waves of the Atlantic Ocean crashing against the steep rocky shores are a must see for every tourist who comes to the country.
Step 4
Lisbon is the capital of Portugal. Tourists who come here tend to visit the world famous Museum of Electricity, which not only displays exhibits that tell about the past, present and future of energy, but also numerous experiments are carried out, in a fascinating form, allowing you to touch the secrets of science.
Step 5
If you want to spend a day or two in absolute silence, you can visit the Peneda Gerês National Park, founded on May 8, 1971. On an area of over 700 sq. km. there are numerous campsites, hiking trails, streams and rivers, as well as mountains reaching an altitude of 1500 meters.
Step 6
The beaches of Portugal are quite peculiar and not everyone will like it. After all, the coast of the country is washed not even by the sea, but by the real ocean. That is why, even in calm bays, it is unlikely that one will be able to hide from strong winds and large waves. But surfers only benefit from such an environment, where else they can find the same conditions for practicing their favorite sport.
Step 7
But if you wish, you can find a quiet place for swimming. Families with small children love to come to Ilha de Tavira. Here they are greeted not only by the calm sea, but by the flat landscape, spreading shady trees, playgrounds. And you can get to the island by ferry in just a few minutes.
Step 8
Vacation opportunities in Portugal are countless. And the most diverse - from the usual beach to the cultural. Therefore, you should not discount this country from the accounts, it is no worse than Spain, and in some ways even surpasses its big neighbor.
