Portugal

Abandoned Military Post in a National Park

Some of the best views in Portugal is paired with lots of street art at this former army base. 7…

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Pastel de Santa Clara

A delicious pastry from the university town of Coimbra, Portugal Pastel de Santa Clara and espresso at Pastelaria Briosa, Coimbra…

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Pastel de Tentúgal

A pastry invented by nuns in the 16th century is now an iconic treat enjoyed all over Portugal. Pastel de…

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Street Art in Graça, Lisbon

Graça is a neighborhood in Lisbon that is often overlooked by tourists. But, it's gaining in popularity and there is…

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Side Trip from Lisbon: Grutas de Mira de Aire

The largest cave system in Portugal is one of the country's seven wonders. One of the many pools of water…

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Side Trip from Lisbon: Queluz Palace

A lavish royal palace and garden is just a quick train ride from Lisbon Formal garden at Queluz Palace (photo:…

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Parque das Nações, Lisbon

Lisbon's modern neighborhood is on reclaimed land from a former industrial site. Parque das Nações origin story Parque das Nações…

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Volto já

Volto já is a Portuguese phrase with several closely related definitions. But, when going to a store, it has an…

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Lisbon’s famous Pastéis de Belém pastry

Lisbon's custard tart, the Pastel de Nata is available at every bakery in the city. But only one place can…

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Bone Chapel in Évora, Portugal

Évora is a town in Portugal that attracts tourists from all over the world for its Roman Temple, Medieval Wall, and…

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