| When you are in Portugal, you are going to want to | | | | most stunning, as most of these villages are built |
| see these places. Why? Well, honestly speaking, | | | | inside and around the rambling walls of old castles and |
| these will be the absolute diamonds of your trip, | | | | historical architecture. This adds to the geographical |
| because these places are the most unique yet | | | | beauty, and you will also find things to be more quiet |
| beautiful sight seeing opportunities! Read on to find | | | | and easy in villages, as cities can often become more |
| out which cities and villages you must visit during | | | | crowded naturally. |
| your Portugal holidays... | | | | Some of the most prominent villages are in the |
| Lisbon | | | | Algarve region of Portugal, which is located on the |
| The capital of Portugal, Lisbon is one of the most | | | | south side. Since tourism and it's related activities |
| internationally recognized cities in all of Western | | | | make up the bulk of Algarve's summer economy, |
| Europe, because it is one of the most unspoiled cities. | | | | they have extensively worked to provide tourists |
| While you may not link a city to being unspoiled, | | | | with the best experience, which makes the villages in |
| Lisbon has actually been well preserved making it a | | | | this region more prominent. The Algarve region is also |
| modern marvel. Once you are in Lisbon, you may also | | | | a great place for any tourist looking to get a better |
| want to look into visiting the Cassias and Sinatra, | | | | tan or looking for some beautiful sunshine, which of |
| which are very easy to get to from Lisbon. You will | | | | course, is important during your Portugal holidays. |
| find gorgeous palaces, historical sites, and of course | | | | You may also want to consider checking out Algarve |
| the most stunning landscapes in both places. | | | | and the villages there, because it is world renowned |
| Filled with old quarters such as the Castelo and | | | | for the crystal clear waters and dramatic cliffs. As |
| Mouraria, as well as many castles and old churches, | | | | well, you can find the best holiday villas in all of |
| Lisbon is filled with over 20 centuries of history. This | | | | Europe in Algarve alongside pristine and clean sandy |
| makes Lisbon a popular tourist place, because of the | | | | beaches. |
| rich historical monuments and landscapes. The city | | | | The Island of Madeira |
| also on the Atlantic ocean, and the western size of | | | | This island draws many tourists, because of a few |
| the city is mainly occupied by the Monsanto Forest | | | | reasons. Madeira is abundant with local floral which |
| Park, thus, making this city one of the most | | | | makes the most breath taking views when coupled |
| breathtaking places to visit during your Portugal | | | | with the coastlines as well as mountainous regions. |
| holidays. | | | | It's also well known for it's wine, artisans and |
| The Algarve Region and surrounding villages | | | | embroidery. Not only this, but Madeira has one of the |
| You will literally never fail to be impressed by the | | | | largest fireworks shows during New Years Eve in the |
| numerous villages, and once inside them you will | | | | world, according to the Guinness World Records. |
| instantly feel tranquil and at peace. They are also the | | | | |