Tourism in Portugal

The charming Templar city of Tomar offers its visitors many possibilities, in terms of accommodation. From classical hotels to comfy modern guesthouses and exquisite local accommodation. Perfect solutions for the most demanding contemporary solo travellers and families.

The fourth movement of the Pastoral Symphony, "Allegro", is the part where Beethoven calls for the largest instrumentation in the entire piece. It depicts a violent thunderstorm with painstaking realism. The (Grand) Canyon of Nazaré is a place of inner storm that nevertheless creates world's most powerful and beautiful waves!

When King D.Dinis obtained from pope John XXII the creation of the Military Order of Christ, which was to render such inestimable services to Portugal and the World, his virtuous wife, Queen Isabel de Aragão – the Saint – laid the foundation of the great movement of Christian solidarity by instituting the Congregation of the Holy Spirit, over the Apostles, with festivities and rituals which in many cases undoubtedly of old pagan origin, like the “Festa dos Tabuleiros”.

The charming historical city of Coimbra, beautifully placed by the Mondego River, is also a great spot for foodies and wine lovers.