Introduction. Where to go ; When to go ; Things not to miss ; Itineraries -- Basics. Getting there ; Getting around ; Accommodation ; Food and drink ; The media ; Festivals ; Sports and outdoor activities ; Shopping ; Travelling with children ; Travel essentials -- The Guide. Lisbon and around ; Estremadura and Ribatejo ; Coimbra and the Beira Litoral ; Beira Alta and Beira Baixa ; Porto and the Rio Douro ; The Minho ; Tráns-os-Montes ; Alentejo ; The Algarve -- Contexts. History ; Fado : the people's soul ; Books ; Portuguese.
Summary:
The Rough Guide to Portugal is the ultimate travel guide to one of the world's most popular holiday destinations. With in-depth coverage to guide you and stunning photography to inspire you, The Rough Guide to Portugal will ensure you make the most of your time in Portugal, whether you plan to relax on the Algarve's vast swathes of golden sand, surf the wave-lashed west coast or hike through the country's unspoilt mountainous interior. Crystal clear maps help you explore Portugal further, from tracking down fashionable hangouts in Lisbon to discovering the port wine lodges in Porto. Insider reviews reveal the best places to eat, drink and sleep with something for every budget, whether you plan to enjoy the country's pousadas by staying in a stunningly converted monastery or castle, gorge on pasteis de Belem in Lisbon, or sip your way along a wine route in the Alentejo. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Portugal.
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