The castle broke-ground in 1148 during Portugal's Celtic era, but looking into the town you will see glimmers of Roman, Moorish, and Portuguese royal rule left behind. What is particularly special ...

were links in the trading routes established by the Portuguese in many areas of the world during their era of great maritime exploration. The castles and forts were built and occupied at different ...

Book a table at Grand Salon, the hotel’s cozy restaurant overlooking the marina, where the chef combines Portuguese culinary traditions with a modern touch.