Vila Vicosa, a charming sleepy old town and a true jewel of Alentejo Probably there is no mystery, I am very fond of Portugal. I am fascinated by its beauty, architecture and history, well, also by its food. So … Read More
When Ghotic meets Manueline architectural style a stunning beauty emerges. Batalha Monastery is the perfect example of this incredible merger Batalha Monastery is probably the most beautiful Monastery I saw in Portugal. In my opinion, is even more beautiful than Monastey … Read More
A dramatic love story, Cistercians and Knights Templar and a large collection of books are part of the fascinating history of Alcobaca Monastery At 12km inland, away from the always tormented Atlantic coast and 120km north of Lisbon, hidden in … Read More
Ciudad Rodrigo might be lesser known to the outside world, but the moment you pass the surrounding wall you discover a beautiful medieval town 20km from the border with Portugal on Aqueda river, Ciudad Rodrigo sits on a 650 rocky rise … Read More
Obidos, a stunning medieval Portuguese beauty, surrounded by the fortified walls breathing out a picturesque charm Thought a lot how would I describe Obidos. This small fortified town captivated my attention when I was on the highway that goes from Lisbon … Read More
From Porto to Lisbon, the Portuguese coastline is dotted with oceanside resorts and Sao Martinho do Porto is amongst my favourites When I saw Sao Martinho do Porto for the first time two years ago it did not impress me … Read More
Sunsets are sun`s monologues dashingly announcing the end of the day and the beginning of the night Portugal, by the ocean. One of the most beautiful features of Portugal is the coastline. The constant struggle between the ocean and the land … Read More
Nazare, the most intriguing place in Portugal, heavily battered by world record waves and home to a miracle maker wooden statue of Black Madona When you hear Nazare makes you think about Nazareth. Well, you are not far from the … Read More
El Escorial, a monastery, a palace, a college, a library, a hospital, a pantheon and most of all a Fortress of Knowledge A soft rain was falling the day I arrived at EL Escorial. I didn`t mind much because that … Read More
A lesser-known jewel of Portugal, the eagle’s nest, Marvao Castle is dominating the hights offering some stunning views above the surrounding mountainous terrain ‘‘From Marvão one can see the entire land… It is understandable that from this place, high up … Read More