Tourism in Portugal

Center of Portugal: the heart of Christmas !

The light of Christmas shines brighter in Center of Portugal ! This is the home of quite unique Christmas celebrations that take place all over the region from the coastline to the inland. It's time to embrace the magic of the season in all its timeless splendour. 

Leiria

Villa Portela

Villa Portela is an historical landmark of the city of Leiria that dates back to the 19th century. Built by Roberto Charters Henriques d'Azevedo in 1894, this iconic cottage was inspired by Swiss architecture. The municipality of Leiria has converted Villa Portela in a flourishing art centre.
Villa Portela Art Center in Leiria
Tourism in Portugal
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Serra da Estrela cheese
Food & Drink

Serra da Estrela cheese

With a buttery or dry dough, yellow colour and intense flavour, Serra da Estrela cheese is made exclusively with milk from Bordaleira breed sheep, and puts all the generosity of Serra da Estrela on the table.
Water-based sustainable projects in Center of Portugal
Health & Wellness

Water-based sustainable projects in Center of Portugal

Water is a pivotal concern of nations worldwide and Portugal is in this scope no exception, struggling against water scarcity, especially in the inland regions. In Center of Portugal, the prestigious Universities of Aveiro and University of Beira Interior, in Covilhã, are at the forefront of innovative water-based sustainable projects, developing smart nature-based solutions to reduce water consumption and to protect biodiversity and natural ecosystems, while raising public awareness on urgent sustainable practices. The clock is ticking.
Sleeping in Castelo Branco
Cities & Villages

Sleeping in Castelo Branco

The charming inland city of Castelo Branco has many interesting options in terms of accommodation. 
Arts & Culture in Viseu
Arts & Culture

Arts & Culture in Viseu

Discovering the cultural richness of the city through its museums is a golden opportunity to travel across its historical grandeur! 
The sin lives next door
Food & Drink

The sin lives next door

The Alcobaça apple is a unique blend of nine apple varieties. It's a Protected Geographical Indication  product and a focal point for a local tourism route, with a harvest period from August to November, known for its exceptional taste and crispness due to Alcobaça's micro-climate.
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